Discuss the role of businesses in environmental protection.
Businesses play a pivotal role in environmental conservation by adopting eco-friendly practices in their operations. This includes using renewable energy sources, optimizing production processes to reduce waste, and recycling materials wherever possible. Proper waste management systems ensure the safe disposal of industrial byproducts, minimizing their impact on natural ecosystems. Businesses can comply with environmental regulations by adhering to emission norms and conserving resources. Additionally, organizations should promote green initiatives, such as tree plantation drives and awareness campaigns, among employees and customers. By investing in innovation, companies can develop sustainable products and services that cater to environmentally conscious consumers, ensuring long-term ecological balance.
Define business ethics.
What are the arguments against social responsibility?
What are the causes of environmental pollution by businesses?
What are the different types of social responsibilities?
Explain the social responsibilities of a business towards various stakeholders.
Elaborate on the concept and elements of business ethics.
Explain the need for social responsibility in businesses.
What is meant by Social Responsibility in Business?
What is the role of promoters in the formation of a company?
Define services and goods.
State any three differences between e-business and traditional business.
1. The structure in which there is separation of ownership and management is called
(a) Sole proprietorship (b) Partnership
(c) Company (d) All business organisations
2. The karta in Joint Hindu family business has
(a) Limited liability (b) Unlimited liability
(c) No liability for debts (d) Joint liability
3. In a cooperative society the principle followed is
(a) One share one vote (b) One man one vote
(c) No vote (d) Multiple votes
4. The board of directors of a joint stock company is elected by
(a) General public (b) Government bodies
(c) Shareholders (d) Employees
5. Profits do not have to be shared. This statement refers to
(a) Partnership (b) Joint Hindu family business
(c) Sole proprietorship (d) Company
6. The capital of a company is divided into number of parts each one of which are called
(a) Dividend (b) Profit
(c) Interest (d) Share
7. The Head of the joint Hindu family business is called
(a) Proprietor (b) Director
(c) Karta (d) Manager
8. Provision of residential accommodation to the members at reasonable rates is the objective of
(a) Producer’s cooperative (b) Consumer’s cooperative
(c) Housing cooperative (d) Credit cooperative
9. A partner whose association with the firm is unknown to the general public is called
(a) Active partner (b) Sleeping partner
(c) Nominal partner (d) Secret partner
1. A government company is any company in which the paid up capital held by the government is not less than
(a) 49 per cent (b) 51 per cent
(c) 50 per cent (d) 25 per cent
2. Centralised control in MNC’s implies control exercised by
(a) Branches (b) Subsidiaries
(c) Headquarters (d) Parliament
3. PSE’s are organisations owned by
(a) Joint Hindu family (b) Government
(c) Foreign Companies (d) Private entrepreneurs
4. Reconstruction of sick public sector units is taken up by
(a) MOFA (b) MoU
(c) BIFR (d) NRF
5. Disinvestments of PSE’s implies
(a) Sale of equity shares to (b) Closing down private sector/public operations
(c) Investing in new areas (d) Buying shares PSE’s
6. The equity-based joint venture does not include
(a) Cooperative development (b) Company
(c) Partnership (d) Limited liability partnership
List any five major commercial cities of ancient India?
Define 'Memorandum of Association' and its significance.
What is e-banking. What are the advantages of e-banking?
How does outsourcing represent a new mode of business?
What is Hundi?
What are the various types of industries?
What is the relevance of Joint Ventures in today’s business environment? Explain with examples.
Discuss the evolution and importance of Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) in India.
Explain the challenges faced by Public Sector Enterprises in India and suggest measures for improvement.
Explain the role and significance of Public Sector Enterprises in India.
What are the advantages and limitations of a Partnership as a form of business organization?
Differentiate between a Private Limited Company and a Public Limited Company.
Define the term ‘Global Enterprise.’
Describe the characteristics and benefits of a Global Enterprise.
What is a Sole Proprietorship? Explain its significance in small-scale businesses.