Gauhati University 2007 Post Graduate Diploma HR Management PGDHRM, Final , 3rd - Question Paper

2007
INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS AND LABOUR WELFARE
THIRD PAPER
Full Marks: 100
Time: three hours
The figures in the margin indicate full marks for the ques.
1. Write on any 5 of the subsequent (within 100 words each): 5×5=25
(a) Employment of Labour in Public and Private Sectors
(b) Concept of Trade Union
(c) Importance of Industrial. Relations
(d) Essentials of a Dispute
(e) Functions of Works Committee
(f) various Levels of Participation of Workers in Management
(g) Conciliation Officer
(h) Rights and Privileges of Registered Trade Unions
2. ans any 3 ques. (within 200 words each): 10×3=30
(a) When is an Industrial Tribunal set up? define its constitution.
(b) "Mediation is the ancient art of the peacemaker." explain.
(c) define the main features of collective bargaining.
(d) Distinguish ranging from strikes and lockouts.
(e) define unfair labour practices, its meaning and impact on industry.
3. ans any 3 ques. (not to exceed 300 words each): 15×3=45
(a) explain the causes of industrial conflicts and its impact on the economic, social
and political life of a country.
(b) Briefly define the evolution, growth and functions of Joint Management
Councils.
(c) define the terms 'Indiscipline' and 'Misconduct'. What remedial measures can
be taken by the management for indisciplinary actions?
(d) explain the major issues of Trade Unions in India. How has politicalization of
unions hindered their functioning?
(e) Do you think arbitration has been used successfully as a tool for resolving
industrial disputes in India? explain the conditions under which a dispute may be
referred for arbitration.

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