Communication 1. What is communication?

Explain the process

of communication.

2. Discuss the importance of a proper

communication in an organization and the role
played by a manager in enabling it.

3. Di erentiate between
i) Oral and written communication
ii) Verbal and non-verbal communication

4. Explain various barriers to communication and

remedial measures undertaken to counter those.

5. How can IT enhnace the e ciency and

e ectiveness of communication process? Also,
discuss the challenges posed by IT in this regard.

Corporate
Governance
1. Explain factors a ecting Corporate governance
in an organization with special focus on role of a
manager in ensuring proper implementation of
Corp Gov.

2. Discuss the mechanisms of implementing

Corporate Governance.
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 Business ethics 1. How does business ethics mould an
organization's structure?

2. Discuss the role of BODs in setting up a culture

of business ethics in an organization.

3. Write short notes on:

i) Code of conduct + process of designing &
implementing it
ii) Code of ethics + process of designing &
implementing it
iii) Factors a ecting business ethics

Ethics 1. Explain various ethical theories in detail. Also

mention the grounds of di erences between
these theories.

2. Discuss the scope of ethics in a business.

1. De ne Business ethics and discuss its

importance in an organization.

2. Explain various principles of ethics & their

application in an organizational setup.

1. De ne Organizational Change. Explain various

strategies opted by organizations in implementing
a change.

2. Explain all three theories of planned change

and also discuss the points of di erence between
the three.
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 1. Explain the role of a manager in handling a
con ict in an organization. Also discuss various
techniques & steps of managing a con ict.

2. Organizational change is a very important part

of an organization's journey. Comment.

3. Explain the steps of implementing a planned

change in an organization.

Emotional Intelligence 1. Explain various dimensions of Emotional

Intelligence? How does it impact a leader's
performance?

2. Explain the concept of transaction analysis.

How does it impact interpersonal relationship in
an organization?

3. Johari window is a useful tool in enhancing the

interpersonal relationships in an organization.
Comment.
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Leadership 1. What is leadership? What role a manager can
play in enhancing the e ciency of her team in an
organization?

2. Compare various trait & behavioral theories of

leadership while explaining characteristics &
limitations of each theory.

3. Explain various contingency theories of

leadership in detail.

4. What are characteristics of a Charismatic

leader. Also distinguish between Transactional &
Transformation leadership styles.

1. Present an analytical piece on the application

of the Adam's equity theory in an organisational
setup.

2. Discuss the concepts of expectation,

instrumentality & valence.

Motivation 1. What role does motivation play in an

organization's success and failure? Also,
distinguish between motivation and morale. (700
words)

2. Compare various content theories of

motivation while explaining characteristics &
limitations of each theory. (No word limit)
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 1. How does the study of Organizational behavior
impact the e ciency of an employee?

2. Which factors are responsible for a ecting the

personality of an individual? Also explain the
OCEAN model of personality in detail.

3. Write short notes on:

a. Role of perception for a manager
b. Perceptual errors
c. Reinforcement as a handy tool for the
organizations.

General Management 1. What are various management roles? Also

explain characteristics of various management
functions.

2. Management theories have been evolutionary

concepts. The theories have shed light on new &
emerging concepts over time. Justify.

3. Discuss the 14 principles of management given

by Fayol. How did this approach di er from
previous approaches.

4. Discuss the application of nudge theory in an

organizational set up. Also enlist the steps
followed in this process.

5. Explain the shift from Taylor's school of

thought towards modern school of thought.
Also discuss the characteristics & limitations
of various management approaches. (1500
words)
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 In ation 1. De ne in ation and di erentiate between
Wholesale Price Index (WPI) and Consumer Price
Index (CPI) as measures of in ation. (600 words)

2. Explain the consequences of in ation on

di erent sections of society (e.g., xed-income
groups, farmers, investors and others) and the
overall economy. Suggest measures to mitigate
the negative consequences of in ation. (600
words)

3. Describe the role of monetary policy in

controlling in ation. What are the speci c tools
used by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)?(400
words)

4. What is the relationship between in ation and

economic growth? Discuss the potential trade-
o s between controlling in ation and stimulating
growth.(400 words)
5. De ne "de ation" and describe its potential
consequences for an economy.(400 words)
6. Explain the concept of "in ation targeting" and
its bene ts for economic stability. Brie y discuss
the challenges associated with this approach.
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 In ation 7. De ne "disin ation" and di erentiate it from
de ation. Discuss the potential economic
implications of disin ation.(400 words)

8. De ne "base e ect" and explain how it can

distort the true picture of in ation in a particular
period.
(400 words)

9. What is the di erence between "headline

in ation" and "core in ation"? Why is core
in ation considered more relevant for long-term
economic analysis?(400 words)

10. Explain the concept of "imported in ation"

and its impact on a country's domestic price
level. (400 words)
RBI
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1. Discuss the role of the Reserve Bank of
Corporate India (RBI) in promoting and enforcing good
Governance in
Banking Sector corporate governance practices in the
banking sector. (600 words)
OR

2. What are the biggest challenges to good

governance in Indian banks today? How can
we overcome them? (600 words)
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 Financial Inclusion
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1. A) Identify the key challenges hindering
Alternate Source of nancial inclusion in India.
Finance
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B) Discuss the role of the Reserve Bank of India
Role of Economic (RBI) in promoting nancial inclusion.
Planning

2. Discuss the potential of alternative sources of

nance for fostering entrepreneurship and
innovation, particularly in underserved areas.

3. Elaborate on the di erent types of Public-

Private Partnerships (PPPs) and their key
characteristics in the context of delivering
infrastructure projects.

4. How can policymakers ensure that programs/

policies aimed at promoting social good are
designed to outweigh potential negative
externalities?
Basics of Derivatives
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1. Explain in detail the di erences between over-
Recent Developments the-counter (OTC) derivatives and exchange-
in Financial Sector traded derivatives.(400 words)

2. Discuss the role of digital currency and

blockchain technology in reshaping global
nancial markets and international banking.
Provide examples of how central banks are
responding to these innovations. (600 words)

Budget 1. Examine the challenges and proposed

strategies outlined in the Interim Budget 2024-25
aimed at realizing the vision of 'Viksit Bharat'
(Developed India) by 2047."
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 RBI
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1. As a nancial regulator, the Reserve Bank of
Risk Management India plays a crucial role in ensuring the stability
of the nancial system. Describe the various
measures undertaken by the RBI to mitigate
nancial risks in the Indian banking sector. (600
words)

2. Explain the di erent types of nancial risks

faced by banks. (600 words)

3. What is the di erence between expected loss

and unexpected loss, and how do they impact a
bank's capital requirements? (400 words)

4. Describe the concept of stress testing and its

importance in nancial risk management. (400
words)

5. Explain the concept of asset liability

management and its importance in managing
interest rate risk. (400 words)

6. Describe the role of nancial risk management

in maintaining nancial stability and preventing
nancial crises. (400 words)
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 Financial Markets 1. What are the main di erences between primary
and secondary markets? Provide examples of
instruments traded in each.

2. Discuss the role of Bond Markets in the

economy. How do government and corporate
bonds di er?

3. Explain how Money Markets operate and list

the types of instruments typically used in these
markets.

4. What are the main factors that in uence bond

prices in the Bond Markets? Discuss with
examples.

5. Write short notes on the following

A. T-Bill
B Certi cate of Deposit
C. Commercial Papers

RBI 1. Explain the role of RBI in promoting nancial

inclusion through digital payments.

2. Describe the major trends shaping the digital

payments landscape in India.

3. Write short notes on the following

A. Prepaid Payment Instruments
B. Digital Lending
C. Tokenisation
D. TReDS
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Financial Instituions 1. What are the di erent types/categories of
NBFCs registered with RBI? (600 words)

2. What is a Residuary Non-Banking Company

(RNBC)? In what way it is di erent from other
NBFCs? What are the basic di erences between
a bank and NBFC?
(600 words)

Risk Management
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1. Discuss the potential risks associated with
Recent Developments rapid Fintech growth, such as systemic risks,
in Financial Sector consumer protection concerns, and nancial
instability. How can these risks be mitigated while
promoting responsible innovation?

2. Analyse the potential bene ts and challenges

of introducing a CBDC in India. Discuss the
impact it might have on the existing nancial
system, monetary policy, and nancial inclusion.

Easy level -
A. Write short notes on the following topics(any
three) -
1. Various types of CBDC
2. Self-regulatory Organization for Fintech
companies (SRO-FT).
3. Regulatory Sandbox(Indian context)
4. Frictionless Credit.

B. Write recent Initiatives taken by the RBI on

Fintech space.
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 Recent Developments 1. The COVID-19 pandemic exposed
vulnerabilities in the Indian nancial system. What
lessons can be learned from this experience to
build a more resilient and inclusive nancial
system for the future?

2. The global shift towards sustainable nance is

gaining momentum. How can India leverage this
trend to strengthen its nancial system and
promote inclusive growth? Discuss the key policy
initiatives and regulatory frameworks needed to
ensure e ective implementation.

3. Brie y explain two recent developments in the

global nancial system and their potential impact
on the Indian nancial system.
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 Banking System in
India
1. Assess the challenges and opportunities
+ presented by non-performing assets (NPAs) in the
Recent developments Indian banking sector. How are di erent banks
and nancial institutions addressing the issue of
NPAs?

2. Explain the rationale behind the establishment

of NaBFID and assess its potential impact on
India's infrastructure nancing landscape. (VVI)

3. Outline the regulatory framework governing the

Indian banking system, focusing on the role of
the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and other
regulatory bodies. How do these regulations
ensure the stability and integrity of the nancial
system?

4. What are the potential bene ts and risks

associated with the consolidation of public sector
banks in India?

Write short notes on following :-

(Any three || 3*200 words = 600 words)

1. Lender of last resort

2. Regulatory and supervisory functions of RBI
3. Forex reserve of India
4. LTRO and OMO

Discuss the evolution of IFS post GFC. Also

explain the functions of its various components.
(800 words)
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