The book covers a wide range of topics including Personnel Administration, Bureaucracy, Civil Services, Position Classification, Recruitment, Training, Ethics, Corruption, and Administrative Tribunals.
The book is authored by V.K. Puri and Sunita Puri, who bring extensive knowledge and experience in the field of Public Administration.
The syllabus is divided into four units, each focusing on key areas of Public Administration, ensuring comprehensive coverage of the subject.
Students will need to attempt a total of 5 questions, including one compulsory question with 12 short-answer questions, and one question from each of the four units. Each essay question carries 18 marks.
The total marks for the exam are 100, with 90 marks allocated for the theory portion and 10 marks for internal assessment.
The book includes solved questions and answers along with the university question paper from December 2023, helping students practice and familiarize themselves with the exam format.
The compulsory first question consists of short answer questions that cover the entire syllabus and reinforce key concepts, encouraging students to consolidate their knowledge.
The book discusses the causes of corruption, remedies, and the ethical frameworks that can help improve conduct within public service.
It covers different types and methods of training, particularly for higher civil services in India, emphasizing the importance of trained personnel in effective governance.
Yes, the book is designed in alignment with the specific requirements of the BA 3rd Semester Public Administration syllabus of Panjab University Chandigarh.