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Contents
SL.NO. ASSIGNMENT PAGE NO.
1 III-B.A. Kannada (Optional) 1
2 III-B.A. English (Optional) 2
3 III-B.A. Hindi (Optional) 3
4 III-B.A. Urdu (Optional) 4 to 6
5 III-B.A. History 7
6 III-B.A. Economics 8
7 III-B.A. Political Science 9
8 III-B.A. Sociology 10
9 III-B.A. Public Administration 11
10 III-B.A. Education 12
11 III-B.Com. 13 to 16
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Dear Student,
The following points are to be observed before submission of assignments:
1. Each assignment carries 10 marks.
2. Assignments are to be submitted on or before March 31, 2012 to the study centre
opted by the student.
3. If assignments are submitted to the Head Quarters they will not be evaluated.
4. Student from outside the state of Karnataka should submit his/her assignments to
the respective Chairman of departments of KSOU.
5. Student shall submit his/her assignments in the year of admission only. If he/she
fails to submit assignments in the year of admission he/she will be loosing internal
assessment marks once and for all. It means that the student has to pass the
examination with theory marks only. No correspondence will be entertained in
this regard.
Make sure that your answer:
Is logical
Is written in simple and correct English
Is written neatly and clearly, in ones own handwriting.
Also, student should keep a photo copy of the assignments submitted to the study
centre / Head quarters, and do take acknowledgement from them.
With Best Wishes,
Prof. Jagadeesha
Dean (Academic) KSOU
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Department of Studies and Research in English
KSOU, Manasagangotri, Mysore
Internal Assignment Questions 2011-2012
III-Year B.A. English (Optional)
Answer any One Question from each course: Max. Marks: 10 per question
BBEN-33 Course III : Poetry, Drama, Fiction and Prose Max Marks 10
How is the pity and futility of war brought out in the poem The Man He Killed.
OR
Sketch the character of Othello.
BEN-34 Course IV : Poetry, Drama and Fiction Max Marks 10
How does Yeats portray the disintegration of modern society in The Second Coming?
OR
Examine the role played by Father Paneloux in The Plague.
BEN-35 Course V : Growth of the English Language, Characteristics of Modern
English, Hudson and Practical Criticism Max Marks 10
Discuss the influence of The Bible on the English language.
OR
Write short notes on:-
a. Characteristics of Old English.
b. Influence of Media on the English language.
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Department of Studies and Research in Hindi
KSOU, Manasagangotri, Mysore
Internal Assignment Questions 2011-2012
III-Year B.A. Hindi (Optional)
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Department of Studies and Research in Urdu
KSOU, Manasagangotri, Mysore
Internal Assignment Questions 2011-2012
III-Year B.A. Urdu (Optional)
4
Department of Studies and Research in Urdu
KSOU, Manasagangotri, Mysore
Internal Assignment Questions 2011-2012
III-Year B.A. Urdu (Optional)
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Department of Studies and Research in Urdu
KSOU, Manasagangotri, Mysore
Internal Assignment Questions 2011-2012
III-Year B.A. Urdu (Optional)
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Department of Studies and Research in History, KSOU, Manasagangotri, Mysore
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Internal Assignment Questions 2011-2012
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BHI-33 CourseIII : History and Culture of Karnataka (1336-1956 A.D)
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2 Describe the achievements of Ranadhira Kantirava Narasaraja Wodeyar.
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BHI-34 CourseIV : History of East Asia and West Asia
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2. Discribe the role of Turkey in the First World War.
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2. Describe the important features of Fascism and the work of Mussolini.
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Department of Studies and Research in Economics, KSOU, Manasagangotri, Mysore
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Internal Assignment Questions 2011-2012
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Answer any One Question from each course: Max. Marks : 10
BEC-33 t n:rIII . sc: c: ::c. . s rt: ; Course-III : International Economics
Critically examine the Ricardian Theory of International Trade.
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Explain the Purchasing Power, Power Parity Theory.
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India is a developing country Substantiate.
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Discuss the problems of major industries in India.
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Distinguish between Growth and Development. How do you measure Economic Development ?
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Examine the role of Foreign aid in Economic Development.
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Internal Assignment Questions 2011-2012
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Explain the Power and Functions of the Prime Minister.
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Define Diplomacy and Explain its Functions.
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Department of Studies and Research in Sociology, KSOU, Manasagangotri, Mysore
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Internal Assignment Questions 2011-2012
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Answer any One Question from each course: Max. Marks : 10
BSO-33 Course-III: Study of Rural-Urban Communities
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Explain the nature and causes of Agrarian unrest in Karnataka.
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Write an essay on commercial recreation.
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BSO-34 Course-IV : Social Disorganization
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Define corruption and explain the different fields of corruption.
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Write an essay on Prostitution in India.
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BSO-35 Course-V : Sociological Thought
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Explain the relationship between religion and economy, as viewed by Max Weber.
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Write an essay on the concept of Kayaka.
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Internal Assignment Questions 2011-2012
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Answer any One Question from each course: Max. Marks : 10
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Examine the values and limitations of Local Governments.
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Discuss the composition and powers of Zilla Panchayat in Karnataka.
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Discuss the important features of the Indian Constitution.
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Examine the role of the Deputy Commissioner in District Administration.
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Department of Studies and Research in Education, KSOU, Manasagangotri, Mysore
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Internal Assignment Questions 2011-2012
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1. Briefly explain the hindrances in the way of free and compulsory primary education. Discuss how
these can be removed.
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Internal Assignment Questions 2011-2012
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Answer any One Question from each course: Max. Marks : 10
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BCO-37 COURSE-VII: FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING-III
1. X purchased a machinery on instalment system for Rs. 27,300 to be paid as follows:
On delivery Rs.8, 000, at the end of first year Rs.7, 600, at the end of second year Rs.6, 000, at
the end of third year Rs.3, 500 and at the end of the fourth year Rs. 2,200. Vendor charges
interest at 10% p.a. on cash value.
Find out the cash price of the machine and pass journal entries in the books of the vendor.
OR
2. Explain the following:
a. NPA
b. NBA
c. Statutory Reserve
d. Demand Drafts and TT
e. Travellers, cheques and LOC
BCO-38 COURSE-VIII: INCOME TAX LAW AND PRACTICE
1. Dr. Prakash owns the following four houses and which he claims to be self occupied. You are
required to compute his income from house property for the year ending 31-3-2011.
The first house whose Municipal value is Rs. 1,25,000 and in which he resides with his family.
Second house, the Municipal value is Rs. 2,80,000 is in the occupations of his three sons studying
in University.
Third house whose Municipal value is Rs.1,50,000 is occupied by his Uncle, dependent on him.
Fourth house is valued at Rs. 1, 42,000 but is laying un used though occupied for his residential
purpose.
His income from all other sources Rs. 2,40,000, local taxes in all cases amounts to 10% of
Municipal value. Expenses paid during the year:
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House I House II House III House IV
Local taxes Paid Paid Paid Due
Repairs Nil 20,000 Nil 10,000
Interest
on loan taken
for construction
(Loan taken prior
To 1- 4 12) 1,20,000 1,10,000 Nil Nil
Ground rent 1,000 Nil Nil 1,500
Taxes by state
Govt. Nil 2,000 1,000 Nil
Expenses due:
Ground rent 1,000 Nil Nil 1,500
Int. on loan for
Construction Nil Nil 15,000 Nil
OR
2. Explain residential status of an individual under I.T. Act. What is allowance? What are the various
types of allowances?
BCO-39 COURSE-IX: COST ACCOUNTING
1. Product A is obtained after it is processed through three processes. The following cost information
is available from the operation:
Process
I II III Total
Materials (Rs.) 13,000 10,000 5,000 28,000
Direct wages (Rs.) 12,000 18,000 7,000 37,000
Production O/H (Rs.) - - - 37,000
2,500 units @ Rs.10/- per unit were introduced in process I. Production overheads to be distributed
at 100% on Direct Wages. The actual output and normal loss of the respective process are:
Output units Normal loss Value of scrap
on input per unit
Process I 2,250 10% Rs.10/-
Process II 1,590 20% Rs. 20/-
Process III 1,350 25% Rs. 25/-
Show the three process accounts.
OR
2. Explain different methods of wage payments.
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BCO-310 COURSE-X: LAW AND PRACTICE OF AUDITING
1. Explain the rights, duties and liabilities of a company auditor.
OR
2. Explain the objectives and advantages of auditing.
BCO-311 COURSE-XI: MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING
1. For the budgeted production of 10,000 units (100% capacity). The expenses are estimated by a
factory, which are as follows:
Per Unit
Rs.
Materials 70
Labour 25
Direct expenses 5
Overheads variable 20
Overheads fixed (Rs. 1, 00,000) 10
Selling expenses (10% Fixed) 13
Distribution expenses (20% Fixed) 7
Administration expenses (Rs. 50,000) 5
(Fixed for all levels of production) 155
Prepare a flexible budget showing cost per unit, if production is carried is out at 60% and 80% of
its capacity.
OR
2. Define Management Accounting. Bring out the differences between Management Accounting and
Financial Accounting.
BCO-312 COURSE-XII: BUSINESS STATISTICS
1. From the data given below calculate the standard Deviation of two series, C.V. and also state
which series is less consistent.
X 48 52 55 28 32 34 39 45 62 75
Y 105 120 128 132 110 90 105 150 80 95
OR
2. Explain the characteristics, functions and limitations of statistics.
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BCO-313 COURSE-XIII: BUSINESS LAW
1. Explain the various methods in which a contract is discharged.
OR
2. Explain the rights and duties of bailee.
BCO-314 COURSE-XIV: MARKETING MANAGEMENT
1. Good distribution channels are instrumental for successful marketing - Elucidate.
OR
2. Discuss the scope of rural marketing in the wake of globalization.
BCO-315 COURSE-XV: INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS
1. Discuss the latest trends in application of computer in business.
OR
2. Explain applications of computers in business, government and service sectors.
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