Test Papers / Previous Question Papers of IGNOU ASP Secretarial Practice June 2005

BACHELOR'S DEGREE PROGRAMME
Term-End Examination

June, 2005

(APPLICATION ORIENTED COURSE)

ASP : SECRETARIAL PRACTICE

Time: 2 hours
Maximum Marks: 50
(Weightage 70%)

1. Explain the role of a secretary in an organisation. (10)

2. Discuss the circumstances under which the Chairman can adjourn the meeting of a company. Is Quorum necessary for the adjourned meeting ? (8+2)

3. What are the requisites of a valid meeting? Explain. (10)

4. Use out the important stages involved in report writing. (10)

5. Raja Ram & Co. of Bombay received a consignment of goods from a firm in Allahabad. The consignment is damaged in transit apparently due to bad packing. You are required to write a letter as manager of the consignee to the consignor demanding compensation for damages. (10)

6. Define Quorum. What is the minimum number of members required for a quorum ? How is the quorum computed ? What happens if the quorum is not present ? (10)

7. Differentiate between the following : (5+5)
(a) Formal and Informal Reports
(b) Motion and Resolution

8. Write short notes on any two of the following. (5+5)
(a) Point of order
(b) Characteristics of a good precis
(c) Voting by secret ballot
(d) Circular letter