DISTANCE EDUCATION
M.B.A. DEGREE EXAMINATION, MAY 2017.
Third Semester
INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS MANAGEMENT
(Upto 2012-13 Academic Year and 2013 Calendar Year)
Time Three hours Maximum 100 marks
PART A — × 8 40 marks)
Answer any FIVE questions.
All questions carry equal marks.
1. Discuss the fundamental rights under the constitution of
India.
2. Explain the development of labour movement in India.
3. Describe the consequences inter and intra union rivalries
in industrial relations.
4. Write a note on workers participation in the promotion of
industrial relations.
5. Explain the meaning and importance of grievance
procedures in maintaining industrial relations.
6. Elucidate the strength and weakness of collective
bargaining.
7. Discuss the meaning and importance of safety committee
in an organization.
8. Explain the need of notice boards and suggestion schemes
in promotion of industrial relations.
Sub. Code
33
DE-580
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wk4
PART B — × 15 60 marks)
Answer any FOUR questions.
All questions carry equal marks.
9. Explain the directive Principles of State policy regarding
industrial relations in India.
10. Discuss the role of trade unions in economic development
of a country.
11. Explain the objectives and functions of ILO.
12. Discuss the meaning and types of negotiations in
promotion of industrial relations.
13. How can the strikes and lockouts be managed? Explain
with example.
14. Write a detailed note on employee safety plans and
programme.
15. Discuss the recent trends in employee education and its
importance in promotion of industrial relations.