CUET UG Categorised PYQ Business Studies Unit 6

(Detailed) → Staffing is the managerial function concerned with obtaining and maintaining suitable human resources. → It ensures that competent people are hired for various jobs in the organisation. → Staffing includes recruitment, selection, placement, training, development, promotion and performance appraisal. → In the passage, Mr. Murthy ensures hiring competent people for various jobs. → This clearly shows that the staffing function of management is being performed. → Hence, Staffing is the correct answer.

(Detailed) → Staffing is concerned with obtaining, developing and maintaining suitable human resources. → It helps in discovering and obtaining competent personnel for various jobs. → It also improves job satisfaction and morale by placing the right person on the right job. → Staffing ensures succession planning by preparing employees for higher managerial positions. → However, optimum utilisation of physical resources is not the main importance of staffing because staffing focuses on people, not physical assets. → Since the question asks which is not an importance of staffing, the correct answer is Ensures optimum utilisation of physical resources. → Hence, Ensures optimum utilisation of physical resources is the correct answer.

(Detailed) → Estimating manpower requirements is the first step in the staffing process. → Workload analysis is used to determine the number and type of employees required to perform organisational work. → Workforce analysis is used to determine the number and type of employees already available in the organisation. → By comparing workload and workforce, the organisation can identify shortage or surplus of employees. → Therefore, workload analysis and workforce analysis are two aspects of estimating manpower requirements. → Hence, Estimating the manpower requirements is the correct answer.

(Detailed) → Statement (C) Estimating the Manpower Requirements is the first step because the organisation must know how many and what type of employees are needed. → Statement (B) Recruitment comes next because the organisation searches for and attracts suitable candidates. → Statement (D) Selection follows because the best candidate is chosen from the applicants. → Statement (A) Placement and Orientation comes last because the selected employee is placed on the job and introduced to the organisation. → Therefore, the correct sequence is (C), (B), (D), (A). → Hence, (C), (B), (D), (A) is the correct answer.

(Detailed) → Statement (D) Assessing HR requirements or manpower planning is the first step because the organisation must estimate the number and type of employees required. → Statement (B) Advertisement comes next because it is a method of recruitment used to attract candidates. → Statement (E) Tests and interviews follow recruitment because they are used to select the most suitable candidates. → Statement (C) Placement/Orientation comes after selection because the selected candidate is placed on the job and introduced to the organisation. → Statement (A) Inhouse training/Career advancement comes later to improve skills and support employee growth. → Therefore, the correct sequence is (D), (B), (E), (C), (A). → Hence, (D), (B), (E), (C), (A) is the correct answer.

(Detailed) → Statement (C) Placement and Orientation comes first because after selection, the employee is placed on the job and introduced to the organisation. → Statement (B) Training and Development comes next because employees need skills and knowledge to perform better. → Statement (A) Performance appraisal is done after the employee has worked for some time. → Statement (D) Promotion and Career planning follow appraisal because performance helps in deciding growth opportunities. → Statement (E) Compensation is linked with the job, performance and organisational policies. → Therefore, the correct sequence is (C), (B), (A), (D), (E). → Hence, (C), (B), (A), (D), (E) is the correct answer.

(Detailed) → Recruitment is the process of searching for prospective employees and encouraging them to apply for jobs in the organisation. → It is called a positive process because it aims to attract more and more candidates. → The larger the number of applicants, the better the choice available for selection. → Recruitment does not reject candidates; it only creates a pool of possible candidates. → Since the question asks why recruitment is positive, the correct reason is that more and more prospective candidates are attracted to apply. → Hence, More and more prospective Candidates are attracted to apply is the correct answer.

(Detailed) → Internal recruitment means filling vacancies from within the organisation. → It includes promotion and transfer of existing employees. → When employees see that they can grow within the organisation, they feel motivated. → It improves morale because employees believe that their hard work can lead to better positions. → Internal recruitment also improves loyalty and commitment towards the organisation. → Hence, Increased motivation and morale is the correct answer.

(Detailed) → External sources of recruitment bring candidates from outside the organisation. → Statement (A) Direct recruitment is an external source because candidates are hired directly from the labour market. → Statement (C) Casual Callers are external applicants who approach the organisation on their own. → Statement (D) Campus recruitment is an external source because candidates are recruited from educational institutions. → Statement (B) Transfer is an internal source because an existing employee is shifted from one job or department to another. → Statement (E) Promotions are internal sources because existing employees are moved to higher positions. → Therefore, the external sources are (A), (C) and (D) only. → Hence, (A), (C) and (D) only is the correct answer.

(Detailed) → Direct recruitment is a source of external recruitment. → Under this method, a notice is placed on the notice board of the enterprise specifying the details of jobs available. → Job seekers assemble outside the premises of the organisation and suitable candidates are selected directly. → This method is commonly used for casual vacancies or temporary work. → The workers appointed through this method are known as casual or Badli workers. → Hence, Casual or Badli workers is the correct answer.

(Detailed) → External sources of recruitment mean filling vacancies by inviting candidates from outside the organisation. → Statement (B) is correct because external recruitment may cause dissatisfaction among existing staff, as they may feel ignored for promotion. → Statement (C) is correct because external recruitment is a lengthy process involving advertisement, applications, screening, interviews and selection. → Statement (D) is correct because external recruitment is costly due to advertisement costs, agency fees and selection expenses. → Statement (A) Wider choice is not a drawback; it is an advantage of external recruitment. → Statement (E) Competitive spirit is also not a drawback; it can be an advantage because outside candidates may bring healthy competition. → Therefore, the correct combination is (B), (C) and (D) only. → Hence, (B), (C) and (D) only is the correct answer.

(Detailed) → External recruitment means appointing employees from outside the organisation. → When outsiders are appointed to higher positions, existing employees may feel ignored. → This can reduce their motivation, morale and loyalty towards the organisation. → In the passage, Vasu had worked as a junior clerk for five years and expected promotion after the senior clerk retired. → Instead of promoting Vasu, the company appointed Raman from outside through a placement agency. → This made Vasu demotivated and frustrated. → Therefore, the limitation of external recruitment highlighted here is dissatisfaction among existing staff. → Hence, Dissatisfaction among existing staff is the correct answer.

(Detailed) → External recruitment means filling vacancies by inviting candidates from outside the organisation. → It provides wider choice because the organisation can choose from a large number of applicants. → It brings fresh talent because outsiders may bring new ideas, knowledge and experience. → It also helps in attracting qualified personnel from the labour market. → However, external recruitment is not a simple process because it involves advertisement, screening, interviews, tests and selection procedures. → Since the question asks which is not a merit of external recruitment, Simple process is the correct answer. → Hence, Simple process is the correct answer.

(Detailed) → Statement (D) Preliminary Screening is the first step because unsuitable candidates are eliminated at the initial stage. → Statement (E) Selection Tests come next because candidates are tested for ability, aptitude, intelligence, personality or job-related skills. → Statement (C) Employment Interview follows because the organisation evaluates the candidate's suitability through direct interaction. → Statement (A) Reference and Background checks are done after the interview to verify the candidate's information and past record. → Statement (B) Selection Decision is the final step among the given options because the most suitable candidate is chosen after all checks. → Therefore, the correct sequence is (D), (E), (C), (A), (B). → Hence, (D), (E), (C), (A), (B) is the correct answer.

(Detailed) → Statement (E) Reference and background checks come first after the employment interview because the organisation verifies the candidate's information and past record. → Statement (A) Selection Decision comes next because the organisation decides whether the candidate is suitable for the job. → Statement (B) Medical Examination follows because the selected candidate's physical fitness for the job is checked. → Statement (C) Job Offer is given after the candidate clears the selection decision and medical examination. → Statement (D) Contract Of Employment is the final step because the terms and conditions of employment are formally accepted. → Therefore, the correct sequence is (E), (A), (B), (C), (D). → Hence, (E), (A), (B), (C), (D) is the correct answer.

(Detailed) → (A) Choosing the most appropriate candidate matches with (I) Selection because selection is the process of choosing the best person from among applicants. → (B) Candidate is given an introduction to superiors matches with (II) Orientation because orientation familiarises the new employee with the organisation, superiors and co-workers. → (C) Learning the skills related to a job matches with (IV) Training because training improves job-related knowledge and skills. → (D) Searching for prospective employees matches with (III) Recruitment because recruitment aims to attract suitable candidates to apply for jobs. → Therefore, the correct matching is (A)-(I), (B)-(II), (C)-(IV), (D)-(III). → Hence, (A)-(I), (B)-(II), (C)-(IV), (D)-(III) is the correct answer.

(Detailed) → (A) Intelligence test matches with (IV) because it measures a person's learning ability and ability to make judgements. → (B) Aptitude test matches with (I) because it indicates a person's capacity to develop or future potential. → (C) Personality test matches with (II) because it gives clues about emotions, values, attitude and behaviour. → (D) Trade test matches with (III) because it measures the existing skills and practical knowledge of the individual. → Therefore, the correct matching is (A)-(IV), (B)-(I), (C)-(II), (D)-(III). → Hence, (A)-(IV), (B)-(I), (C)-(II), (D)-(III) is the correct answer.

(Detailed) → Skill test measures the existing knowledge and practical ability of a candidate. → It checks whether the candidate already possesses the required job-related skills. → These tests are practical and job-oriented in nature. → The keyword "existing job knowledge and skills" directly indicates skill test. → Hence, Skill test is the correct answer.

(Detailed) → Training is the process of increasing the knowledge, skills and aptitudes of employees for performing specific jobs. → It is mainly job-oriented and focuses on improving present job performance. → Training helps employees perform their assigned tasks more efficiently and effectively. → In the question, the focus is on increasing aptitudes and skills for specific jobs. → This directly indicates Training. → Hence, Training is the correct answer.

(Detailed) → (A) Vestibule Training matches with (II) Training conducted away from actual workplace because vestibule training is given in a simulated work environment away from the actual workplace. → (B) Internship Training matches with (IV) Working in office or factory to acquire practical knowledge of the theory learnt because internship connects academic learning with practical work experience. → (C) Induction Training matches with (I) Familiarising the employee with the rules and policies of the organisation because induction introduces new employees to the organisation. → (D) Apprenticeship Training matches with (III) Putting the trainee under the guidance of a master worker because apprenticeship involves learning from an experienced worker. → Therefore, the correct matching is (A)-(II), (B)-(IV), (C)-(I), (D)-(III). → Hence, (A)-(II), (B)-(IV), (C)-(I), (D)-(III) is the correct answer.

(Detailed) → Internship training is a method of training in which educational institutions and business organisations cooperate. → Under this method, learners continue their regular studies and also work in an office or factory to gain practical experience. → It helps trainees connect classroom learning with real workplace situations. → The phrase "joint programme of training" directly indicates internship training. → The involvement of both educational institutions and business firms confirms the concept. → Hence, Internship training is the correct answer.

(Detailed) → On-the-job training methods are those in which employees learn while performing work at the actual workplace. → Statement (B) is correct because Job Rotation and Coaching are on-the-job methods of training. → Job Rotation exposes an employee to different jobs, while Coaching provides guidance under a superior. → Statement (C) is correct because Apprenticeship and Internship are also on-the-job methods. → Apprenticeship involves learning under an experienced worker, while Internship provides practical training in an office or factory. → Statement (A) is incorrect because Conferences are off-the-job methods. → Statement (D) is incorrect because Case Study and Computer Modelling are off-the-job methods. → Statement (E) is incorrect because Vestibule Training is an off-the-job method, even though Job Rotation is on-the-job. → Therefore, the correct combination is (B) and (C) only. → Hence, (B) and (C) only is the correct answer.

(Detailed) → Off-the-job training methods are used away from the actual work environment. → Statement (A) Computer Modelling is correct because it uses computer-based simulated situations for training. → Statement (D) Vestibule Training is correct because it is conducted away from the actual workplace in a simulated environment. → Statement (E) Programmed Instruction is correct because learning is provided through structured instructional material away from the actual job. → Statement (B) Coaching is incorrect because it is an on-the-job method where a superior guides the trainee. → Statement (C) Internship Training is incorrect because it gives practical work experience while working in an office or factory. → Therefore, the correct off-the-job training methods are (A), (D) and (E) Only. → Hence, (A), (D) and (E) Only is the correct answer.

(Detailed) → Performance appraisal means systematic evaluation of an employee's present or past performance. → It compares actual performance with expected standards. → It also provides feedback to employees so that they can improve their work and develop in the long term. → In the passage, employees undergo training, their jobs are well defined and regular feedback is provided. → The keyword "regular feedbacks" clearly indicates performance appraisal. → Therefore, the step described in the passage is Performance appraisal. → Hence, Performance appraisal is the correct answer.