NAME: ROLL NO:

COM200 2017-18-II SEM

ASSIGNMENT 1
MAX TIME: 50 MINS MAX MARKS: 20

I. Match the definitions with the terms. Write the number of the correct
term against each definition under the last column. One has been done for
you.
10 marks

Terms Meaning Answer

1. Examine a) Extend the given concept to an outside 11
situation
2. Apply b) Provide appropriate notes for a diagram or 7
picture
3. Summarize c) Show differences between two or more 5
similar concepts
4. Explain d) Work out the value of something 6
5. Distinguish e) Focus only on main points 3
6. Measure f) Give a detailed account of a process/ 4
phenomenon
7. Demonstrate g) Give details of probable outcomes 9
8. Justify h) Consider merits/ demerits of something 1
9. Predict i) Group given concepts into categories 10
10. Classify j) Give valid reasons for a conclusion 8
11. Annotate k) Establish something with the help of 2
examples

II. Here are some questions and possible sections to be included under each of
them. For each question, one section is most inappropriate. Read the questions
and sections carefully and strike out the most inappropriate. The first one has
been done for you. 10 marks

1) Does more money make people happier?

a) Explain the term ‘happiness’ in detail with illustrations
b) List 10 happiest countries and 10 richest countries in the world and
examine if there is any relation between happiness and income levels
c) Present a case study of a wealthy businessperson and suggest how to
become rich
d) Examine if there is any relation between social indicators of development
and income levels and reach a conclusion

2) Describe the growth of the Indian railways during pre-independence era.

a) A short account of major railway projects during 1900–1947
b) An analysis of major railway accidents before 1947
c) A discussion on the current scenario
d) An outline of the technological advancements before 1947
3) To what extent is mobile phone affecting our lives?
a) A comparison between pre-and post-mobile phone eras
b) A statistical report on the current widespread use of cell phones
c) A case study showing how mobile phone has affected public lives
d) A proposal for new methods of communication technology

4) Why are marriages failing in India?

a) Data about divorce cases in India in the last 5 years
b) List of cases pending before courts in India
c) A study on advantages of joint family over nuclear family
d) A case study of domestic violence

5) The fall of joint family is the main cause for increase in crimes by children –
Discuss.
a) A study on the crimes by children in India since 1995
b) A report on the personality development of children in joint families
c) A comparison between family structure in India and the US
d) An outline of the increase of small families since 1960 and its socio-
economic effects

6) Compare reading a newspaper in its print format and online. Will the former
become redundant?
a) The benefits of reading newspapers in print
b) The drawbacks of internet sources
c) Predicted IT developments in the next 15 years
d) An account of origin and development of newspapers

7) Identify the main causes of unemployment in India

a) Present a case study of an unemployed person
b) Explain in detail what makes qualified people remain unemployed
c) List reasons for failure of the government schemes in eradicating
unemployment
d) Suggest some steps which the government can take up to address the issue
of unemployment

8) Elaborate the saying – ‘A stitch in time saves nine’

a) List equivalent sayings from your language
b) Present a detailed case study of a timely action helping many
c) List dangerous consequences of dishonesty
d) Illustrate with examples how an appropriate action can help

9) Was it the policy paralysis or the paralysis of implementation which slowed the
growth of our country?
a) Define the terms ‘policy paralysis’ and ‘paralysis of implementation’ in
detail with appropriate examples
b) Examine both sides of the issue and reach a conclusion based on evidences
 c) Analyse effects of the two problems mentioned in the question
d) Compare the growth in the past year with that of the last decade and
analyse causes for slowdown

10) Summarise the arguments in favour of privatisation of banks in India

a) Compare privatization of banks in the USA and India
b) Analyse causes for some unsuccessful privatisations in India
c) Explain in detail how the privatization needs to be carried out
d) Outline major benefits achieved by privatisation

11) Success in life has nothing to do with one’s academic qualifications. Do you
agree? Why/ Why not?
a) Explain the terms ‘success’ and ‘academic qualifications’ in detail with
examples
b) Present a case study of a successful person without academic qualifications
c) Present a case study of a highly qualified yet unsuccessful person
d) Suggest how to become successful in life