Reference No: F&A0286TECPages: 20Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: Shareholders, banks, financial institutions, internal management, government and others can usefully analyze the financial information contained in financial reports and statements. A commonly used technique for analyzing financial reports and statements is the ratio analysis technique. The note describes the concept of ratios, various types of ratios, effective use of ... More
Reference No: OB0077TECPages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The concept of self in terms of its unfolding and developing from birth as conceptualised by Theodore Sarabin is discussed. Personality of the self is described in terms of structure and process. Sarabin postulates five sub-structures that are basic to the growth and development of the individual during the first ... More
Reference No: OB0084TECPages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The note examines the nature of the traditional Jajmani system in terms of its underlying processes. It also examines the basic assumptions of interpersonal relationships between different economic dimensions of a village society. The note then extends the understanding of these processes and assumptions of interpersonal relationships to the study ... More
Reference No: P&IR0086Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The case deals with the linkages between recruitment systems, selection methods, placement decisions and evaluation of performance on completion of the probationary period. The need for systematic diagnosis and planning at each stage is highlighted so that the overall effectiveness of each officer/department can be improved. ... More
Reference No: MAR0148TECPages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: This note is part of the "Techniques for Marketing Decisions" series. It describes a simple technique for breaking down the main product benefit into several associated benefits. The "benefit tree" so generated can be used for market segmentation, product differentiation, promotional strategy, etc. ... More
Reference No: CMA0393TECPages: 5Published on: 6, January, 1976
Abstract: Since 1966-67 the rice yields in Thanjavur started picking up after a period of stagnation. A major part of credit goes to the Adaptive Research Trial Programme (ARTP). The system developed in Thanjavur ensured constant interaction and mutual support between researchers and extension workers. The note describes the system and ... More
Reference No: CMA0360TECPages: 5Published on: 1, June, 1976
Abstract: The idea of cooperative farming was increasingly favoured during the First Plan. By mid-1950s there was clear recognition that the cooperative farming was an answer to the question of reorganizing agricultural production. But, the experience of cooperative farming revealed a number of shortcomings. Soon it became clear that, in ... More
Reference No: CMA0366TECPages: 15Published on: 9, September, 1976
Abstract: Deals with the structure, functions, policies of the industrial financing institutions both at national as well as state level. It also discusses the linkages coordination aspects between the various financial institutions. ... More
Reference No: CMA0367Pages: 5Published on: 7, October, 1976
Abstract: Jhum or shifting cultivation is the major occupation of the tribes of the North-Eastern region. There have been controversies about the illeffects of jhuming and also about the problems of controlling of jhuming. So, Mr. Das, an Officer-in-charge of jhum control activities, NECR, attends a sminar on jhum cultivation, where ... More
Reference No: CMA0368Pages: 4Published on: 7, October, 1976
Abstract: Mr. Prasad, an agricultural officer from the adjoining state, was selected by UPSC for deputation to Paharpur as Director of Agriculture. Assuming the Director's position, Mr. Prasad takes several unorthodox steps within his own department in relation to the external system. His major emphasis in the process is the need ... More
Reference No: CMA0408Pages: 4Published on: 14, October, 1976
Abstract: Mr. AO has been managing a government potato seed farm since 1970s. The farm is recognized as well-managed. Mr. AO's initiative and innovation have been recognized, but he wishes for a transfer. He renews his request when he learns that the seed farm project has been upgraded and higher-level posts ... More
Reference No: CMA0415(F)TEC Pages: 27Published on: 1, December, 1976
Abstract: Discusses the organizational setup for research and extension for wheat commodity. Research programmes and activities initiated during post-Independence era are comprehensively dealt with. Finally, an attempt is made to study the contribution of various programmes and activities in production, marketing and processing of wheat. ... More
Reference No: CMA0419TECPages: 4Published on: 17, December, 1976
Abstract: The community is the smallest territorial group that can embrace all aspects of social life. According to Macabre and Page, the bases of community are locality and community sentiment. Merton views social structure as comprising "the patterned arrangements or role-sets, status-sets, and status sequences." The Indian village community for example ... More
Reference No: CMA0420Pages: 5Published on: 17, December, 1976
Abstract: A social system constitutes the interaction of a plurality of individuals whose relations are patterned after a set of norms and expectations. When a system is analysed, the elements which make it a system and the processes which help the system to persist have to be taken into consideration. There ... More
