Reference No: OB0065TECPages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: Four major issues on alienation, based on Kenneth Keniston's book, "The Uncommitted," are discussed. An individual can be alienated from almost anything. He can replace the old relationship by various other relationships. An individual can express alienation in a variety of ways. Alienation can be induced by a number of ... More
Reference No: BP0081(B)Pages: 15Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: This case follow upon the Punjab National Bank (AR) (BP0081) case, describing the changes that were introduced by Mr Prakash Tandon, Chairman and Managing Director of Punjab National Bank, in organization, budgeting, personnel, culture, public relations and publicity, and performance. The case sets the stage for an evaluation of the ... More
Reference No: OB0151(A)TECPages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The part A of the note consists of recommendation made by the study groups on Labour legislation appointed by the National Commission on Labour. ... More
Reference No: BP0100TECPages: 15Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: The note contains edited excerpts from thirteen interviews on managerial effectiveness with chief executives and senior departmental heads of private and public enterprises. It raises several issues for discussion, including questions such as: (a) What constitutes managerial effectiveness? (b) How to appraise effectiveness? (c) Perceptions and opinions on the effectiveness ... More
Reference No: BP0099TECPages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: The note describes early socialization of a child in an Indian family, child-rearing practices, and authority in an Indian family. It provides an opportunity for discussing Indian values and attitudes towards work, time, authority and organizational life. ... More
Reference No: OB0044Pages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: The case describes the leadership and behavioural style of the owner?manager of a medium?sized but growing company. Some background information on him is given to attempt a psychological interpretation of his behaviour. A few alternative models can be tried for this interpretation. ... More
Reference No: BP0167Pages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: Sets out an industrialist's response to demands, pressures, and threats to help the Congress Party financially during the Emergency. After briefly introducing the subject of political finance by businesses, the first part discusses the relevant political environment during Emergency, the industry and the industrialist, and the types and nature of ... More
Reference No: BP0125TECPages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: The note provides background material for class discussion on the constitutional blueprint of the Indian society. It discusses the preamble and the controversy between the Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles. It is meant for leading the discussion to the question: What has happened to the working of the blueprint which ... More
Reference No: OB0081TECPages: 14Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: The note examines the fundamental rights and directive principles of the Indian constitution, elaborates the legislative powers and judicial remedies, adverts to the erosion of power of the state through the creation of other logic, and explains the link between the constitution and labour legislation. ... More
Reference No: BP0128TECPages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: This note describes the structure of the Indian government. The Presidency, Prime Ministership, cabinet, Parliament and Parliamentary Committees are discussed. It provides a basis for the discussion on the social and political processes generated by the working of these institutions. ... More