DISTANCE EDUCATION
M.B.A. (Tourism) DEGREE EXAMINATION, MAY 2018.
Second Semester
BASICS OF TOURISM
(Upto 2012-13 Academic Year and 2013 Calendar Year)
Time Three hours Maximum 100 marks
SECTION A — x 8 40 marks)
Answer any FIVE questions.
1. Explain different perspectives on tourism.
2. What are the main characteristics of tourism?
3. Explain the history of tourism and its development.
4. Explain the famous tourist places in India.
5. Explain the impact of tourism industry in India.
6. Write the benefits and disadvantages of tourism.
7. Explain the emerging trends in travel and tourism.
8. What is authenticity in tourism? Explain its importance.
SECTION B — x 15 60 marks)
Answer any FOUR questions.
9. Discuss Domestic Vs International tourism.
10. Describe the regulations of tourism in India.
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11. Discuss the evolution of tourism industry in India.
12. Describe the Indian foreign exchange earnings from
tourism for the past two years.
13. Discuss the types of hospitality services in tourism.
14. Discuss the measures taken by the Indian Government
for the tourism development.
15. Discuss the importance of quality management and
quality awards in Indian Tourism.