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IGNOU BPAC-113 December 2025 Previous Year Question Paper

DEVELOPMENT ADMINISTRATION

Structured previous year question paper for BPAC-113, December 2025 session.

Max marks: 100 · Questions: 8 · Sections: 2

Verified: 22 Aug 2026

BACHELOR OF ARTS (HONS.)

PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION

(BAPAH)

Term-End Examination

December, 2025

BPAC-113 : DEVELOPMENT ADMINISTRATION

Time : 3 Hours Maximum Marks : 100

Note: Answer any five questions in about

400 words each, selecting at least two

questions from each Section. All questions

carry equal marks.

Section—A

Q1.Explain the concept and objectives of development and development adminis- tration.

Q2.Write a note on the concept of New Public Service.

Q3.Examine the functions of urban local bodies in development administration.

Q4.Write short notes on the following in about 200 words :

(a) Advantages of political parties

(b) Composition and functions of Finance Commission

Section—B

Q5.“Voluntary organizations play a pioneering role in the country’s development.” Elaborate.

Q6.What do you understand by Community Based Organizations ? Discuss their relevance and nature.

Q7.Write a note on the administrative reforms in India since independence.

Q8.Write short notes on the following in about 200 words each :

(a) Role of Janaagraha (not for profit trust)

(b) Decentralization of education initiatives

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