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  1. Air India Pilots' Guild (E)

    Authors: Goyal, R C;

    Reference No: P&IR0011(E) Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1966

    Abstract: Deals with the hardening of the Guild's attitude in negotiations, and its taking a stand on the seniority issue. ... More

  2. The Role of the Financial Adviser in Public Sector Undertakings

    Authors: Kulkarni, G R;

    Reference No: BP0037 Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1968

    Abstract: The case gives the governments view in the form of "departmental instructions" and the experience of implementing these instructions in different public sector undertakings. The case also gives three situations illustrating problems of relationship between the financial adviser and the "administration" in government companies. It raises the question: How can ... More

  3. Hybrid Seed of Maize - A Price Negotiation **

    Authors: Desai, D K; Narayanan, A V S;

    Reference No: CMA0164 Pages: 14 Published on: 4, March, 1968

    Abstract: Deals with "pricing" of hybrid seed under the conditions of imperfect competition. The hybrid maize seeds are grown on private fields under the supervision of the government which wants to promote high-yielding varieties. The government wants to fix the price of hybrid maize so that it is not too high ... More

  4. Fertilizer Distribution Policy in Maha Palika State (A)

    Authors: Desai, D.K.; Narayanan, A V S;

    Reference No: CMA0162(A) Pages: 18 Published on: 20, November, 1969

    Abstract: This case deals with the government policy on fertilizer distribution and raise issues about the effectiveness of this policy and its implementation. The objective of this case is to acquaint the students with the problems of planning and implementation. ... More

  5. Civil Service and Social Reality

    Authors: Sheth, N R; Dave, M C;

    Reference No: OB0073TEC Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1974

    Abstract: This note poses some questions about the role of the modern administrator in the context of the social, economic and political realities within which he has to function. Questions are raised regarding the inevitability of the conventional notions about the dysfunctional aspects of bureaucratic culture. The note can serve as ... More

  6. Bureaucracy at District Level

    Authors: Gaikwad, V R;

    Reference No: CMA0286TEC Pages: 18 Published on: 9, November, 1974

    Abstract: Examines some assumptions and issues regarding role and functions of civil services. It critically examines district bureaucracy-its performance, internal structure, organization, culture. The paper emphasizes that district bureaucracy does not function in isolation but constantly interacts with the local political system. It points out that the way district bureaucracy and ... More

  7. Hindustan Tractors Limited (B)

    Authors: Murthy, K R S;

    Reference No: BP0069(B) Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1976

    Abstract: The government can get involved in the management of an industry: 1) as an entrepreneur, 2) by nationalization or 3) by taking over the management under the Industries Act. The case gives the background for the state government to decide whether to recommend takeover or nationalization, or provide financial help to a sick ... More

  8. A Note on Accountability of Public Sector Undertakings to Government and Parliament

    Authors: Kulkarni, G R;

    Reference No: BP0096TEC Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1976

    Abstract: The note identifies and discusses the different instruments through which the government and the Parliament ensure accountability and control over the managements of public sector undertakings in India. ... More

  9. The Institutional Framework: Legislature, Executive and Judiciary

    Authors: Bhatt, Anil; Dave, Rajendra B;

    Reference No: BP0128TEC Pages: 10 Published 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

  10. Interface Between Government and Public Undertakings: Ministerial Control (C)

    Authors: Bhatt, Anil;

    Reference No: BP0158TEC(C) Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1979

    Abstract: The note discusses the ministerial control of public enterprises. It lists powers of the ministry with regard to the boards of directors and the effectiveness of this control. The note also discusses the empirical relationships between the concerned ministry and the public undertakings. ... More

  11. Interface Between Government and Public Undertakings: The Parliamentary Control (E)

    Authors: Bhatt, Anil;

    Reference No: BP0158TEC(E) Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1979

    Abstract: The forms of parliamentary control are discussed in this note. It lists the various channels through which Parliament exercises its control. The effectiveness of various channels, including the Committee on Public Undertakings, is brought out. The discussion of parliamentary control is in the context of the autonomy and accountability of ... More

  12. Pallavan Transport Corporation and Board Level Decision Making

    Authors: Raghuram, G; Sridharan, R; Mahadevan, Vijayalakshmi;

    Reference No: PSG0058 Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1989

    Abstract: This case examines the composition of the board of the Pallavan Transport Corporation. The members are drawn from various departments of the Tamil Nadu Government. This in turn affects the decision-making. It also brings out the low-key role of the chairman, who is drawn from either the IAS or IPS. ... More

  13. Cochin International Airport Limited (A)

    Authors: Varkkey, Biju; Raghuram, G;

    Reference No: PSG0098(A) Pages: 44 Published on: 5, April, 2006

    Abstract: Cochin International Airport Limited (CIAL) is the first airport in the joint sector, with large-scale public participation. The new airport project was conceived as an alternative to the then existing naval airport, which was not capable of handling wide-bodied aircraft due to runway limitations. The Cochin airport project throws up ... More

  14. Developing Urban Transport Infrastructure in Ahmedabad: The Bus Rapid Transit System (A)

    Authors: Gupta, Atul; Dabir, Bhushan; Patil, Sapana; Mahajan, Dilip; Swamy, Shivanand;

    Reference No: CIPR0001(A) Pages: 14 Published on: 1, December, 2006

    Abstract: The government has created an environment for rapid development to take place in infrastructure. However, managing the involvement of private partners as well as providing firm regulation requires institutions. Local governments at the city level have little experience in managing this process. This case uses the bus rapid transit system ... More

  15. Uttar Pradesh State Electricity Board: Managing Transitions

    Authors: Pandey, Neeraj; Jaiswal, Anand Kumar;

    Reference No: BP0331 Pages: 18 Published on: 5, October, 2009

    Abstract: This case discuses the process of unbundling and restructuring of Uttar Pradesh State Electricity Board (UPSEB). The UPSEB had accumulated losses of Rs. 6500 crores by year 2000. The state government trifurcated UPSEB into three separate corporations, each handling generation, transmission and distribution of power. There was strong protest against the trifurcation ... More

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