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Authors: Gupta, Tirath;

Reference No: CMA0463 Pages: 4 Published on: 11, December, 1978

Abstract: Terraced cultivation has been conceived of as an alternative to shifting cultivation in the hills. The case deals with one such experience in Meghalaya. Facts collected by an independent research agency have been summarized to provide a basis for discussion-whether the effort is in the economic interests of the jhumias ... More

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Authors: Misra, D N; Bhatt, Anil;

Reference No: BP0166 Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1979

Abstract: Discusses the gap between the prescribed structures and the actual processes taking place in a government undertaking, and the styles adopted by the principal actors to respond to this anomaly. Also raises questions about the consequences of such a gap for the individuals concerned and the system of government corporation. ... More

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Authors: Patel, Nitin R;

Reference No: QM0154 Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1979

Abstract: This case is concerned with setting up a relational data base management system for a hypothetical but realistic application. The application is to provide a query answering capability for a teaching institute for students, grades, courses and instructors. ... More

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Authors: Gupta, Tirath; Maslekar, A R; Deepinder, Mohan;

Reference No: CMA0490 Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1979

Abstract: Deals with a hot arid region where a shift in land use from annual to tree crops could be advantageous to the individual land owners and to the community as a whole. Six tree species suitable for the region have been identified. Grasses are also proposed to be raised in ... More

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Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

Reference No: F&A0325 Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1979

Abstract: Narrates the discussion between the managing director and the chief accountant of a forest development corporation regarding the commencement of a boat-building yard. It gives a detailed breakup of the price and cost structure of a typical 48-feet teakwood- based boat they intend to manufacture as an ongoing activity. Students ... More

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Authors: Patel, Nitin R; Anantaram, B;

Reference No: QM0157 Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1979

Abstract: This case is intended to illustrate the complexities of purchasing a commodity in a market with sizeable fluctuations. ... More

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Authors: Maru, Rushikesh M; Murthy, Nirmala; Satia, J K;

Reference No: PSG0002 Pages: 18 Published on: 1, January, 1979

Abstract: This assesses the strengths and weaknesses of an integrated scheme combining health, family planning, and nutrition programme (MPW Scheme) through evaluating its pilot implementation in Chhani PHC. To fully exploit the MPW's scheme strengths and to realize the ultimate goal of better health, two areas need careful consideration: a shift ... More

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Authors: Murthy, Nirmala;

Reference No: PSG0016 Pages: 13 Published on: 1, January, 1979

Abstract: A project was undertaken under the aegis of India Population Project in Karnataka and Uttar Pradesh to study the possible effects of improved nutrition on human fertility. This case describes the objectives of the programme and includes a review of the project undertaken in Karnataka in 1974. ... More

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