MASTER OF COMMERCE (M. COM.)

MCO-04: BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT Question Paper

Term-End Examination December, 2025

Time: 3 Hours Maximum Marks: 100

Note:

(i) Attempt any five questions.

(ii) All questions carry equal marks.

1. Explain the elements of the socio-cultural environment. Give relevant examples of each in the Indian context. (20)

2. Discuss the role of labour legislations in India. Cite various laws with their relevance. (12+8)

3. "Capital markets are a way to procure long-term funds." Discuss this statement while elaborating various methods of capital issues. (20)

4. What are corporate takeovers? Explain the role of SEBI in regulating such takeovers. (20)

5. (a) Discuss the role of rural development in the Indian economic growth. (10)

(b) Describe the contribution of the public sector in the economic development of India. (10)

6. (a) Explain the term 'Foreign Capital'. Why is it required by India? (10)

(b) Describe the trends in FDI flows in India. (10)

7. (a) Elaborate the role of National Small Industries Corporation (NSIC) and Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI). (5+5)

(b) Discuss the role of "Balance of Payment" (BoP) in the economic prosperity of a nation. (10)

8. Write short notes on any two of the following: (2 × 10 = 20)

(a) Consumerism

(b) Dimensions of Social Responsibility

(c) Unfair Trade Practices

(d) Corporate Governance

9. Differentiate between the following: (4 × 5 = 20)

(a) Liberalization and Globalization

(b) Physical Economic Planning and Social Economic Planning

(c) Industrial Policy and Fiscal Policy

(d) TRIPS and TRIMS

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MASTER OF COMMERCE (M. COM.)

Term-End Examination June, 2025

MCO-04: BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT Question Paper

Time: 3 Hours Maximum Marks: 100

Note:

(i) Attempt any five questions.

(ii) All questions carry equal marks.

1. (a) "The impact of macro-environment forces varies from firm to firm even if they belong to the same industry." Comment on this statement. (8)

(b) Explain the need of environment scanning in the current business environment context. (12)

2. Discuss the role of SEBI in regulating the issue of capital. Also explain its role in shareholder protection. (15+5)

3. "India is on way to become a developed economy." Justify this statement on the characteristics of a developed money market. (20)

4. Discuss the role of Competition Commission of India (CCI). Also share the various duties and powers of this commission. (20)

5. (a) Explain the role of Small Industrial Development Organisation (SIDO) and Small Industries Service Institute (SISI) in developing small scale industry in India. (5+5)

(b) Discuss various export promotion measures taken by the Indian government in the last decade. (10)

6. (a) What is the role of World Trade Organization in promoting global trade? (10)

(b) Explain the role of IPRs (Intellectual Property Rights) in global business environments. (10)

7. Differentiate between the following: (4 × 5 = 20)

(a) Monopolistic Trade Practices and Restrictive Trade Practices

(b) Pre-issue obligations and Post-issue obligations by SEBI

(c) Mahalanobis strategy and New Development strategy

(d) Patent and Inventions

8. Write short notes on any two of the following: (2 × 10 = 20)

(a) Income Distribution patterns in India

(b) Social Accounting and Reporting approaches

(c) Environment Protection Laws

(d) Workers' Participation in Management

9. Discuss the role of Technological Environment in framing Technology Policy Statement. Also explain the various technology transfer practices. (12+8)

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MASTER OF COMMERCE (M. COM.)

MCO–04: BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT Question Paper

Term-End Examination December, 2024

Time: 3 Hours

Maximum Marks: 100

Note:
(i) Attempt any five questions.

(ii) All questions carry equal marks.

1. Discuss the components of Business Environment. How do they influence the business in its working? Give suitable examples. (10+10)

2. Critically evaluate the policy measures adopted by the Government to encourage inflow of foreign capital. Also indicate the hurdles that foreign investors are still facing. (10+10)

3. Describe the concept of corporate governance and outline the measures adopted in India to ensure good corporate governance. (10+10)

4. What is ‘Economic Policy’? What are its different forms? Explain various objectives of fiscal policy. Why is co-ordination between monetary and fiscal policies necessary? (5+5+5+5)

5. Explain the significance of small scale industry in Indian economy. Examine government’s policy for promoting small scale industry. (10+10)

6. State the causes of industrial disputes in India. Discuss the various measures taken by the Government of India for the prevention and settlement of industrial disputes. (8+12)

7. Why were economic reforms necessary in India and what reforms have been introduced? Make a critical assessment of the impact of economic reforms keeping in view the long-term objectives of economic development. (10+10)

8. Write explanatory notes on any two of the following: (10+10)

(a) Need for Investors’ Protection

(b) Case for Social Responsibilities of Business

(c) Problems and issues of GATS

(d) Functions of WTO

9. (a) Attempt any two of the following: (5+5)

(i) Special Economic Zones (SEZs)

(ii) Trade Related Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPs)

(iii) Consumer Protection Act, 1986

(b) Distinguish between any two of the following: (5+5)

(i) Strikes and Lockouts

(ii) Speculative Transactions and Investment Transactions

(iii) Repo and Reverse Repo Rates

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MASTER OF COMMERCE (M. COM.)

MCO–04: BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT Question Paper

Term-End Examination June, 2024

Time: 3 Hours

Maximum Marks: 100

Note:

(i) Attempt any five questions.

(ii) All questions carry equal marks.

1. State the regulatory policy measures prevalent before July 1991. Outline the changing role of government in regulating the market economy in the post-liberalization era. (20 marks)

2. State the characteristics of stock exchanges and their implications for investors, corporate sector and the society. (20 marks)

3. Make a case for inviting foreign capital in India. Critically evaluate the policy measures adopted by the Government to encourage inflow of foreign capital. Also indicate the hurdles foreign investors are facing. (10+5+5 marks)

4. Discuss the interaction matrix of economic and non-economic environment. How does the economic environment influence the non-economic environment of business and vice-versa? Explain with suitable examples. (10+10 marks)

5. Explain the framework of Indian Financial System. What financial sector reforms have been undertaken by the Government to improve the working of the financial sector? Discuss. (10+10 marks)

6. Discuss the institutional framework that has been evolved for the promotion and growth of small scale industries in India. (20 marks)

7. (a) Describe the duties and powers of Competition Commission of India. (10 marks)

(b) What are the rights of consumers under the Consumer Protection Act? Explain. (10 marks)

8. Distinguish between any two of the following: (10+10 marks)

(a) Import Substitution and Export Promotion

(b) Balance of Trade and Balance of Payments

(c) Monopolistic and Restrictive Trade Practices

(d) Privatization and Disinvestment

9. Explain any two of the following: (10+10 marks)

(i) Overview of Indian Patents Act, 1970

(ii) Convertibility of rupee on capital account

(iii) Power of SEBI in relation to stock exchange

(iv) Social Audit

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MASTER OF COMMERCE (M. COM.)

MCO–04: BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT Question Paper

Term-End Examination December, 2023

Time: 3 Hours

Maximum Marks: 100

Note:

(i) Attempt any five questions.

(ii) All questions carry equal marks.

1.(a) “Business Environment is dynamic, complex, multi-faceted and has a far reaching impact.” Comment on the statement citing relevant example. (10 marks)

(b) Explain various approaches and the process of ‘Environmental Scanning’. (10 marks)

2.(a) What is money market? How is it different from capital market? (4+6 marks)

(b) Explain the constituents of capital markets and their importance to Indian economy. (10 marks)

3.(a) Why is it necessary for the Government to bring capital market reforms and regulatory measures? Discuss with examples. (10 marks)

(b) State the guidelines from SEBI towards underwriting and pricing of securities. (10 marks)

4. Discuss the role of small scale industries towards economic development of our country. State the government’s initiatives in this regard. (20 marks)

5. Describe various economic reforms initiated by Govt. of India. Explain them in detail. (20 marks)

6.(a) “Collaboration is crucial in Technological Environment.” Explain with example. (10 marks)

 (b) How are Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) important in emerging business environment? (10 marks)

7.(a) What do you mean by balance of payments? Discuss the measures adopted by Government of India to improve the balance of payments. (10 marks)

(b) Discuss the various provisions related to regulation and management of foreign exchange under FEMA Act. (10 marks)

8. Distinguish between any two of the following: (10+10 marks)

(a) Entrepreneurial and Promotional role of the Government

(b) Monetary policy and Fiscal policy

(c) Primary and Secondary capital markets

(d) Corporate governance and Corporate social responsibility

9. Write short notes on any two of the following: (10+10 marks)

(a) Consumerism in India

(b) Social Accounting

(c) Environment Protection Laws

(d) Sensex, Nifty and NSDL

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MASTER OF COMMERCE (M. Com.)

MCO-04 : BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT Question Paper

Term-End Examination June, 2023

Time: 3 Hours

Maximum Marks: 100

Weightage: 70%

Note:

(i) Attempt any five questions.

(ii) All questions carry equal marks.

1.(a) “Business Environment is ever evolving.” Comment. Which of its components are important for business manager? (6+6 marks)

(b) Environmental Threat and Opportunities Profile (ETOP) is internal evaluation of an organization. Give your views on the above remark. (8 marks)

2.(a) “Listing of securities in the capital markets is a long and difficult process.” Comment on the statement citing the process of listing of securities. (7+6 marks)

(b) Explain the role of SEBI in facilitating the above listing process. (7 marks)

3.(a) What is ‘Economic Planning’? Explain its importance. (6+6 marks)

(b) Discuss the role of Public Sector in the National Economy of India. (8 marks)

4. “The Industrial Policy is the backbone of Indian industrial sector.” Critically comment on the statement appraising the various industrial policies of India. (12+8 marks)

5.(a) Describe the importance of small scale industries to a country. (10 marks)

(b) Explain the role played by the national level institutions in promoting these small scale industries. (10 marks)

6. Foreign Investments have an increasingly important role in the economic development of a country. Explain its impact on GDP growth, employment generation and infrastructure development. (20 marks)

7.(a) Why was WTO formed? Why is it important for our country’s future? (6+6 marks)

(b) What are TRIPS and TRIMS? How do they impact business? (8 marks)

8. Distinguish between any two of the following: (10+10 marks)

(a) Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles

(b) MRTP Act and Competition Commission of India (CCI)

(c) Money Market and Capital Market

(d) Economic Growth and Economic Development

9. Write short notes on any two of the following: (10+10 marks)

(a) Significance of Demographic environment to business

(b) Social Reporting

(c) SICA (Sick Industrial Companies) (Special Provisions Act), 1985

(d) Corporate Governance

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MASTER OF COMMERCE (M. COM.)

MCO-04 : BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT Question Paper

Term-End Examination December, 2022

Time: 3 Hours

Maximum Marks: 100

Note:

(i) Attempt any five questions.

(ii) All questions carry equal marks.

1. Discuss the interaction matrix of economic and non-economic environment. How does the economic environment influence the non-economic environment of business and vice-versa? Explain with suitable examples. (20 marks)

2. What are the objectives of Industrial Policy in India in the post-reform period and what ways are adopted to achieve those objectives? Discuss in detail. (20 marks)

3. Briefly discuss the foreign investment policy in India in the post-reform period onwards. What impact did liberalisation have on the quantum of FDI inflows into India? (20 marks)

4. Discuss globalisation as a part of India’s reform strategy. How has the economy progressed towards globalisation since 1991? (20 marks)

5. Explain objectives and instruments of fiscal policy. Why is co-ordination between monetary and fiscal policies necessary? (20 marks)

6. State SEBI guidelines in respect of the following: (8+6+6 marks)

(a) Pricing of securities at the time of making a public issue.

(b) Promoter’s contribution in a public issue of securities.

(c) Documents to be submitted along with the offer document by the lead manager.

7. Examine the impact of economic reforms on poverty and employment. Give illustrations. (20 marks)

8. Identify the problems of small scale sector. How has the government evolved institutional framework to deal with these issues? (10+10 marks)

9. State the causes of industrial disputes in India. Discuss the various measures taken by the Government of India for the prevention and settlement of industrial disputes. (10+10 marks)

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MASTER OF COMMERCE (M. COM.)

Term-End Examination June, 2022

MCO-04: BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT Question Paper

Time: 3 Hours

Maximum Marks: 100

Note: Answer any five questions. All questions carry equal marks.

1. What are the important laws relating to functioning and operation of capital markets in India? Explain with special reference to the Securities and Exchange Board of India Act, 1992.    [20 Marks]

2. What is Balance of Payments? What are various types of accounts on BoP? Discuss the measures adopted to improve India’s Balance of Payments.           [4 + 6 + 10 = 20 Marks]

3. Discuss the major changes in India’s Export-Import policy during the post-reform period and its implications for the economy.      [20 Marks]

4. Do you agree with the statement that “The overall performance of Public Sector Enterprises has been poor”? Why and why not? Give reasons in support of your answer.    [20 Marks]

5. “The economic reforms seem to have a better record in terms of growth but failed on the front of social justice, since neither poverty nor employment situation has improved.” With reference to the statement given above, explain the impact of economic reforms on poverty and employment.      [20 Marks]

6. What is meant by social responsibilities of business? Discuss the views in favour of and against social responsibilities of business.       [10 + 10 = 20 Marks]

7. Why is foreign capital so important for India’s economic development? Point out important policy changes announced by the Government to attract foreign capital since July 1991. Given the choice between FDI and FIIs investments, which one will you prefer? Give reasons.     [10 + 10 = 20 Marks]

8. Distinguish between any four of the following:    [5 + 5 + 5 + 5 = 20 Marks]

(a) Import Substitution and Export Promotion

(b) Disinvestment and Privatisation

(c) Repo Rate and Reverse Repo Rate

(d) Monopolistic and Restrictive Trade Practices

(e) Speculative transactions and Investment transactions

(f) Strikes and Lockouts

9. State the regulatory policy measures prevalent before July 1991. Outline the changing role of Government in regulating the market economy in the post-liberalised era.  [20 Marks]

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MASTER OF COMMERCE (M. COM.)

MCO-04: BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT Question Paper

Term-End Examination December, 2021

Time: 3 Hours

Maximum Marks: 100 (Weightage: 70%)

Note: Answer any five questions. All questions carry equal marks.

1. “Socially responsible organizations are usually the most successful organizations.” Elaborate on the statement. Also explain briefly the various approaches to social accounting and reporting.        (10 + 10)

2. Explain briefly the critical elements of business environment and their impact on business decision-making.  (20)

3. Highlight the importance of small scale sector in the Indian economy. Discuss various promotional schemes of the government for the development of small scale industries.      (10 + 10)

4.“The role of government has shifted from doing the business itself to ensuring that the business is run on sound lines.” Elaborate this statement by giving suitable examples.    (20)

5. What is meant by ‘consumer rights’? Discuss various consumer rights and reliefs available to consumers under the Consumer Protection Act, 1986.    (4 + 8 + 8)

6. Define the term “Balance of Payment” and explain its components. What are the measures adopted to solve the problem of deficit in Balance of Payment? Explain them briefly.    (10 + 10)

7. (a) Discuss ‘globalisation’ as a part of India’s reform strategy.    (8)

(b) “India cannot depend merely on the services sector to drive growth. It needs a balanced growth strategy across all sectors including agriculture and industry.” Comment.   (12)

8. Explain briefly the nature of regulatory framework governing business in India.How has the redefined role of government affected this framework? Clarify it with examples.      (10 + 10)

9. Write short notes on any two of the following: (10 + 10)

(a) Indian Patents Act, 1970

(b) Convertibility of Rupee on Capital Account

(c) Administered Prices

(d) Special Economic Zones

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MASTER OF COMMERCE (M. COM.)

Term-End Examination June, 2021

MCO-04 : BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT Question Paper

Time: 3 Hours

Maximum Marks: 100

Note:

(i) Attempt any five questions.

(ii) All questions carry equal marks.

1. Explain the concept of social responsibility of business. Describe its pros and cons for business in India.   (8 + 12)

2. What is meant by monetary policy? Describe various instruments of monetary policy in India. (4 + 16)

3. How does industrial development pose a threat to the economy? What measures have been taken by the government to resolve these issues?   (10 + 10)

4.Why is foreign capital important for India’s economic development? Point out important policy changes announced by the Government to attract foreign capital since July 1991.   (6 + 14)

5. What do you mean by Environment of Business? Discuss the social-cultural variables which impact business environment.   (6 + 14)

6. (a) Give arguments for and against promoting small business in the present state of India’s economic development. (10)   

(b) How far is the present economic environment of the country conducive to the growth of small scale industries? Discuss.    (10)

7. What are the important laws relating to functioning of capital markets in India?Explain with special reference to Securities and Exchange Board of India Act, 1992.    (20)

8. What do you mean by privatisation?Why is privatisation advocated these days? Indicate the possible areas of privatisation in India.    (6 + 6 + 8)

9. Write short notes on any two of the following:     (10 + 10)

(a) Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA)

(b) Globalisation

(c) Consumer Protection Act, 1986

(d) Trade Policy Reforms since 1991

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