Reference No: CMA0434TECPages: 8Published on: 27, June, 1977
Abstract: These notes provide empirical data on "Three Bihar Villages." They reveal the quality of life, including the social, occupational, economic, and employment status of the survey households. They also show how these villages are stratified in terms of class and caste and how class and caste converge. ... More
Reference No: CMA0437TECPages: 13Published on: 7, July, 1977
Abstract: This note covers the objectives, structure, policies, and performance of the Agricultural Refinance and Development Corporation. After briefly discussing the objectives of this Corporation, the issue of sources and uses of funds of the corporation is dealt with. The note also discusses the criteria and procedures for refinancing, in addition ... More
Reference No: CMA0452Pages: 5Published on: 4, November, 1977
Abstract: Relates to the selling of HYV wheat seed by the growers of a village. It highlights problems of price fixation, quality control, and other marketing problems in general. ... More
Reference No: CMA0451Pages: 6Published on: 4, November, 1977
Abstract: This case is based on field observations about marketing of wool by the growers to an organized sector run by the Khadi and Gramodhyog. It brings out the problems of price negotiations, quality control, and related marketing problems which need to be solved for efficient management. ... More
Reference No: CMA0453TEC Pages: 4Published on: 25, November, 1977
Abstract: The note deals with the post-disbursement and follow up measures taken by term-lending institutions (IDBI, IFCI and ICICI) for achieving the objectives of the loan and also to ensure repayment. ... More
Reference No: CMA0454TEC Pages: 15Published on: 25, November, 1977
Abstract: Deals with various concepts relating to technology (intermediate technology, appropriate technology, modern technology, obsolete technology, high and low technology, etc.) and steps involved in technology assessment. The steps in technology assessment are illustrated with a few examples. ... More
Reference No: BP0110TECPages: 1Published 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
Reference No: CMA0428TEC Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: The creation of a distinct credit agency needs special justification, if rural banks are proposed to correct some of the deficiencies of commercial banks and cooperatives. It is advisable to examine those defects in their proper context and take remedial action at the level of the commercial banks or cooperatives. ... More
Reference No: P&IR0069(B)Pages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: The two cases refer to industrial relations in the jute industry in West Bengal during 1969- 75. Cas(A) P&IR0069() deals specifically with the strike that took place in 1969. Case (B) takes up events between 1969 and 1975, including a strike in 1975. The two cases together reflect the economic and political problems ... More
Reference No: P&IR0130TECPages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: The so called traditional institutions in Indian society have always been subject to local variations. The many versions of the caste system, Hindu religion and joint family have undergone changes in response to internal and external forces. At the same time some fundamental aspects of the social structure have survived. ... More
Reference No: ECO0255TECPages: 32Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: This note explains the growth, highlights major issues, and pinpoints problem areas of the cement industry. The government policy relating to the industry has been discussed broadly. The arguments have been substantiated with statistical tables. In the end, some major issues have been raised for class discussion. ... More
Reference No: OB0056(D)Pages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: The personnel manager conducts another survey, using summer trainees who use questionnaires and interview thirty regular and thirty chronic absentees selected at random. Certain policy decisions can be derived from these findings, including the need for further surveys. ... More
Reference No: MAR0239Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: Richardson Hindustan Limited is a pharmaceutical company whose advertising expenditure has been increasing along with increasing sales. This case illustrates the scope for expansion of marketing in the rural areas arising from the vast market potential which is consistently developing in these areas. The type of advertising plan required for ... 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
Reference No: MAR0187Pages: 15Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: The case deals with an advertising campaign launched by The Times of India, Bombay, to increase sales of classified matrimonial advertising space. Information on the background and requirements of the advertisers of the matrimonial classified ads, based on content analysis of the ads in The Times of India and other ... More
