Reference No: CMA0307TECPages: 4Published on: 27, November, 1974
Abstract: Fertilizers play an increasingly important role in agricultural production as the opportunity to bring new l under cultivation diminishes. The use of this input in India began in the early part of this century. From 1942 it has received increasing importance in the food production programmes of the country. Though a ... More
Reference No: CMA0292TECPages: 3Published on: 20, November, 1974
Abstract: The note discusses the strategic role of technology in the development process, highlighting the dependence and the impact of technology on the prevailing rural structure. ... More
Reference No: CMA0293Pages: 7Published on: 20, November, 1974
Abstract: The Indian field organization of an international voluntary agency has proposed a rural development project for providing assistance. The objectives of the field organization and the parent organization seem to clash, bringing out relevant issues regarding the interpretation of objectives of rural development, tailoring of the programme in view of ... More
Reference No: CMA0301Pages: 4Published on: 16, November, 1974
Abstract: The paper discusses the nature, scope, and limitations of decentralized planning. It also outlines the type of planning which can be undertaken at the district level. ... More
Reference No: CMA0286TECPages: 18Published 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
Reference No: CMA0303Pages: 7Published on: 9, November, 1974
Abstract: The case illustrates the nature of interaction between members of a village community on certain special occasions. The pattern of interaction reveals the underlying role relationships the leadership structure. It also brings out the rigidity or flexibility of norms in a village community, the various maintenance tasks of social authority. ... More
Reference No: CMA0309(A)Pages: 17Published on: 7, November, 1974
Abstract: The formulation of a scheme aimed at providing milk to a major city and resettling Adivasis is discussed. The focus of the scheme is on promoting efficient use of land for animal husbandry and milk production purposes. The government, commercial dairies, and individual farmers are the three partners in the ... More
Reference No: CMA0311Pages: 3Published on: 1, November, 1974
Abstract: A television set was installed in a village for enabling the cultivators to watch a programme on agricultural practices (Krishi Darshan). But the set was used mainly for entertainment purposes. Villagers from nearby areas used to frequent the village for watching the entertainment programmes. This and various other factors led ... More
Reference No: CMA0309(B)Pages: 14Published on: 17, October, 1974
Abstract: The case discusses the application of performance budgeting to a large Adivasi rehabilitation-cum-milk production project undertaken by a state government. Various procedures and formats for obtaining performance budgets in the entire scheme have been discussed. ... More
Reference No: CMA0306TEC Pages: 13Published on: 17, October, 1974
Abstract: Various principles and methods of evolving a performance budget are discussed along with the areas of application of performance budgeting to government systems. ... More
Reference No: CMA0304Pages: 13Published on: 16, October, 1974
Abstract: The chief executive officer of a district (CEO) introduced some changes in methods of work and other organizational practices. He introduced PERT and CPM at the district level trained various officers in the new techniques. After his transfer from the district, the organization reverted back to the old practice. This ... More
Reference No: CMA0296Pages: 14Published on: 16, October, 1974
Abstract: Discusses the application of the network techniques to decision-making at the district level in government systems. The illustration is a lift irrigation scheme undertaken by a Zilla Parishad. ... More
Reference No: CMA0273TEC Pages: 6Published on: 24, September, 1974
Abstract: The need for quantitative aids to decision-making and their broad framework is discussed. Various classes of techniques are introduced without formulation. ... More
