Test Papers / Previous Question Papers of IGNOU TS1 Foundation Course in Tourism June 2007

TOURISM STUDIES
(C.T.S., D.T.S., B.T.S. Ist YEAR, M.T.M.CAT.-2)
Term-End Examination

June, 2007

TS-01 : FOUNDATION COURSE IN TOURISM

Time: 3 hours
Maximum Marks: 100

1. Give a suitable definition of tourism. Discuss its relationship with history and geography. (20)

2. Discuss various factors which motivate a person to travel to a destination from his place of residence. (20)

3. Write about 300 words each on any two of the following: (10+10)
(a) Writing for Tourism
(b) Guides and Escorts
(c) Buddhism and Jainism

4. Discuss the significance of Performing Arts in tourism. (20)

5. It is said that development of tourism brings many economic advantagest to a country. Discussc critically. (20)

6. Define the following in about 50 words each: (5+5+5+5)
(a) Tourism industry
(b) Media Research
(c) India's bio-diversip
(d) Seasonality in tourism

7. Discuss the use and misuse of history in tourism. (20)

8. Examine the major shortcoming of tourism infrastructure in India. (20)

9. Explain the meaning of marketing in the context of tourism. Also discusst the marketing mix. (20)

1O. Write an essay on the state of accommodation in your country.(20)