JAWAHARLAL NEHRU TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY HYDERABAD
JAWAHARLAL NEHRU TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY HYDERABAD B.Tech III AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION TECHNIQUES AND BUSINESS MANAGEMENT Previous Question Paper (May - 2018 - R15)
Note: This question paper contains two parts A and B. Part A is compulsory which carries 25 marks. Answer all questions in Part A. Part B consists of 5 Units. Answer any one full question from each unit. Each question carries 10 marks.
Part A
Distinguish between verbal and non-verbal forms of communication.
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Verbal communication involves the use of spoken or written words to convey information, ideas, or feelings, relying on language structures and vocabulary. In contrast, non-verbal communication transmits messages through body language, facial expressions, gestures, posture, eye contact, and tone of voice without the use of words.
While verbal communication is explicit and structured for clarity in exchanging complex information, non-verbal communication is often continuous and serves to reinforce, complement, or sometimes contradict the verbal message, providing critical context regarding the speaker's emotions and sincerity.
What is “Kinesics”. Explain with the help of suitable examples.
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Kinesics is the study of non-verbal communication through body movements, gestures, facial expressions, and posture. It examines how physical actions convey meaning, emotions, or attitudes during human interaction, often reinforcing or contradicting spoken language.
Examples include:
- Facial Expressions: A smile typically indicates friendliness or agreement, while a furrowed brow may signal confusion or disagreement.
- Gestures: Nodding the head vertically is a universal sign of approval or understanding, whereas waving a hand can serve as a greeting or a signal to stop.
- Posture: Leaning forward during a conversation suggests interest and engagement, while crossing arms might indicate defensiveness or a closed mindset.
Discuss briefly the attributes of an innovation.
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Explain the role played by internet and kiosks in providing agricultural extension services.
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What do you understand by Management? Elaborate the decisional roles as explained by Mintzberg.
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Define Human Resource Management (HRM) and briefly describe the importance of HRM in Agricultural Extension.
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Briefly explain the need and growing importance of Agro-based industries in Indian economy.
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What factors do you feel, are relevant in assessing the technical feasibility of a project?
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Distinguish between free trade and protectionism.
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Write a short note on Trade related intellectual property rights (TRIPS).
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Part B
List out some situations under which it may become necessary to organize individual farm visits.
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Prepare a check list that can be used to plan such individual visits.
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Present a comparative assessment of mass and group extension methods.
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Suggest some of the innovative approaches which are being used to communicate to women entrepreneur.
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Explain the working of a Kisan Call Center(KCC) and benefits farmers can derive from it.
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What measures will you adopt to bring awareness among the farmers about the KCC?
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What are the changing needs of farmers in terms of support and services from Agricultural Extension?
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Describe the role played by Krishi Vignan Kendras(KVKs) in building the capacity of farmers.
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Discuss the important functions of an extension manager.
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Explain, in detail, the distinctive features of agribusiness management.
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Why is the understanding of leadership so important to extension managers?
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List the principles of outcomes-focused planning.
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Briefly discuss the different types of extension programmes.
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i) What is payback period? ii) What is discounted payback period? iii) Why is payback method so popular despite its short comings?
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What are the three elements of a cash flow stream of a project?
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Any project goes through various phases during its life cycle. Explain the concept of project life cycle and its various phases.
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Evaluate the benefit-cost ratio as an investment criterion.
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Discuss, in detail, the challenges and prospects of agricultural exports in Indian context.
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Outline the contribution of India to international trade in food and agricultural commodities sector.
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Discuss briefly the functions and structure of WTO.
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