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Authors: Pruthi, S P S;

Reference No: ECO0027 Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1970

Abstract: An outline of the steps necessary to establish an industrial undertaking in India. The student is asked "Is there an economic rationale for these regulations ? Are there effective constitutional restanraints in the scope of these regulation ?" ... More

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

Reference No: OB0040 Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1974

Abstract: This case describes the problems arising from a district panchayat's decision to construct a percolation tank in a drought?prone village. This decision creates tension among the villagers whose lands are likely to be submerged. The case brings out the incompatibility between the engineering aspects and the socio?economic consequences ... More

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Authors: Kuchhal, S C;

Reference No: F&A0220 Pages: 13 Published on: 1, January, 1974

Abstract: Deals with the problem of investment of welfare fund trust created by the company as a substitute for gratuity. ... More

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Authors: Saiyadain, M S;

Reference No: OB0101TEC Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1974

Abstract: This note deals with the following: group versus individual controversy, definition and clarification of groups, and a preliminary discussion on group dynamics. Published research studies have been discussed. ... More

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Authors: Misra, Sasi B;

Reference No: OB0068TEC Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1975

Abstract: At some time or the other, in the course of our social life, those of the people with whom we come in contact influence, in some way, our cognitions, beliefs, attitudes and behaviour. The basis of such social influence may be voluntary or enforced, and dependent or independent. Information, reward ... More

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Authors: Rao, T V;

Reference No: OB0005TEC Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1975

Abstract: Describes thirty motives of Murray's system. These are useful while using Stern's Activities Index. ... More

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Authors: Sheth, N R;

Reference No: OB0075TEC Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1975

Abstract: Briefly discusses the concept of role as used by scientists and sociologists and social psychologists, and the nature and causes of role conflict faced by the incumbent of social role. ... More

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Authors: Parikh, Indira J; Garg, Pulin K; Sharma, B R;

Reference No: OB0102TEC Pages: 9 Published on: 1, January, 1976

Abstract: This note is primarily based on Talcot Parson and Loomi's model of the social system. It attempts to identify and explore the constituents of a social system, i.e., the individual and groups and their interaction. In the functioning of the social system eight elements and their corresponding processes are ... More

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Authors: Maru, R M;

Reference No: BP0099TEC Pages: 4 Published 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

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Authors: Menon, C D;

Reference No: BP0102 Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: The case traces the life of an individual who runs away from home, is employed as a domestic servant and enters industry. His interactions with top management and two different types of personnel managers, and his emergence and eclipse as a trade union leader are traced. ... More

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Authors: Tripathi, B L; ;

Reference No: CMA0446TEC Pages: 6 Published on: 11, August, 1977

Abstract: The note discusses the social, economic, cultural, and geographic details of the tribal areas in the country. The characteristics of the tribal village and its social setting, and factors responsible for change in these areas are discussed. The note is aimed at identifying the problems and constraints in the development ... More

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Authors: Menon, C D;

Reference No: BP0110TEC Pages: 1 Published on: 1, January, 1978

Abstract: The exercise describes the same incident from the viewpoint of three different union leaders. The incident, involving the president of the smallest union, results in stoppage of work in a section of the factory, and the possible halt of the entire factory within half an hour. Questions on how management ... More

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Authors: Kanungo, Rabindra N; Misra, Sasi B;

Reference No: OB0170TEC Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1984

Abstract: This paper attempts to diagnose the possible causes of motivational deficit among employees in Indian organizations, and suggests what management should do in order to motivate employees for greater productivity and organizational effectiveness. Some of the organizational determinants of low work motivation among employees are: poor manpower planning in appropriate ... More

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Authors: Gupta, Ranjit;

Reference No: CMA0602 Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1985

Abstract: The case deals with the social, political, and economic aspects of conversion of about 1,100 Harijans to Islam that took place in 1981 in the remote village of Meenakshipuram in Tirunelveli district of Tamil Nadu. The Hindu organizations at the national and local level were shocked by these conversions. They launched campaigns ... More

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