What is meant by meaningful work?
A. Work that is useful to society or others, done responsibly and is enjoyable.
B. Work that earns the highest salary.
C. Work that provides the highest level of job satisfaction.
D. Work that is performed to meet only personal financial needs.
Which of the following is NOT a factor influencing the type of work undertaken by people?
A. Age
B. Access to opportunities
C. Family background
D. The number of jobs available in the market
What is the primary objective of ergonomics?
A. To improve job safety and reduce physical stress
B. To make work more enjoyable
C. To increase job satisfaction by changing job roles
D. To assess the level of employee satisfaction in an organization
Which of the following is a major challenge faced by women in the workplace?
A. Lack of training opportunities
B. Gender discrimination
C. Poor health
D. Overwork and burnout
What is the definition of 'career' as explained in the document?
A. A job undertaken to earn money
B. A path towards professional growth and self-development
C. A short-term employment opportunity
D. A type of work that offers benefits like insurance and paid leave
Which of the following best describes 'work as a job'?
A. Work primarily for financial gain
B. Work that is pursued for intellectual satisfaction
C. Work that is a means of personal self-expression
D. Work that is viewed as a calling
What is the meaning of 'quality of work life'?
A. The pay and benefits one receives from work
B. The extent to which work conditions satisfy the social and psychological needs of employees
C. The physical environment of the workplace
D. The status and recognition achieved at work
Which of the following is a key characteristic of an entrepreneur?
A. Ability to take risks and innovate
B. Willingness to delegate all responsibilities
C. Ability to work in a stable, unchanging environment
D. Focusing only on personal profit
What is a traditional occupation in India mentioned in the document?
A. Software engineering
B. Handicrafts like weaving and pottery
C. Banking and finance
D. Telecommunications
What is the key focus of social entrepreneurship?
A. To achieve profit through innovation
B. To create social change and benefit underserved communities
C. To develop products for consumer satisfaction
D. To ensure high financial returns
Which act guarantees equal opportunity for employment in India?
A. The Equal Remuneration Act
B. The Factories Act
C. The Employees State Insurance Act
D. The Maternity Benefit Act
What is one of the factors that contribute to job satisfaction?
A. Having a positive work environment
B. Doing monotonous tasks
C. Working long hours
D. Only earning a high salary
What does 'dignity of labour' refer to?
A. The belief that all forms of work are worthy of respect
B. The desire to avoid any work that is physically strenuous
C. The pride in high-paying jobs only
D. The expectation that work should be prestigious
What is one of the benefits of ergonomics in the workplace?
A. Improved job satisfaction through comfortable working conditions
B. More work pressure to meet deadlines
C. Less teamwork and more individual tasks
D. Increased working hours
What is one of the key life skills identified by experts?
A. Problem-solving skills
B. Ability to avoid challenges
C. Competitive attitude
D. Physical endurance
Which of the following is a factor influencing 'quality of work life'?
A. The amount of overtime worked
B. Satisfaction with pay and relationships at work
C. Working from home exclusively
D. Working with minimal supervision
What is the main difference between a job and a career?
A. A job is about earning money, while a career involves professional growth
B. A job is only temporary, while a career is a lifelong commitment
C. A job provides benefits, but a career does not
D. A job is unpaid, while a career is paid
Which of the following is one of the characteristics of a healthy work environment?
A. High levels of stress
B. Supportive relationships and opportunities for growth
C. Lack of teamwork
D. Excessive supervision
What is one of the main reasons for unemployment in India?
A. Lack of skilled workers
B. Low demand for jobs
C. High salaries
D. Too many government jobs
Which of the following is NOT a traditional occupation in India?
A. Pottery making
B. Handicrafts
C. Banking
D. Weaving
What is the term 'entrepreneurship' primarily associated with?
A. Innovating and creating new enterprises
B. Working for an established company
C. Managing a family business
D. Carrying out research for other businesses
Which of the following characteristics is essential for an entrepreneur?
A. Willingness to take calculated risks
B. Preferring a secure and predictable environment
C. Avoiding challenges
D. Preferring stability over change
Which one of these is an example of a social entrepreneur?
A. A person who starts a company to sell products for profit
B. A person who creates social programs to benefit underserved groups
C. A person who starts a restaurant for profit
D. A person who works in government policy making
Which act was mentioned as a protection for women workers?
A. The Maternity Benefit Act
B. The Employees State Insurance Act
C. The Equal Remuneration Act
D. All of the above
What does the concept of 'dignity of labour' promote?
A. The importance of unpaid work
B. The need to focus only on high-paying jobs
C. Respect for all forms of work, regardless of job status
D. Assigning prestige to specific professions
What is one of the characteristics of a healthy work environment?
A. High levels of stress
B. Supportive relationships and opportunities for growth
C. Lack of teamwork
D. Excessive supervision
What is the focus of life skills in the workplace?
A. To prevent negative behaviour and promote positive skills
B. To increase productivity by focusing on technical skills
C. To help employees avoid challenges
D. To focus only on interpersonal relationships
What is one of the main reasons for job dissatisfaction?
A. Low pay
B. High levels of stress
C. Lack of career growth opportunities
D. Lack of challenges
Which of these is important for a good work-life balance?
A. Overworking to achieve career goals
B. Prioritizing personal and family time
C. Working without taking breaks
D. Minimizing time spent on personal development
Which of the following is a key attribute of a successful entrepreneur?
A. Passivity in decision-making
B. Ability to learn from failures and setbacks
C. Preference for routine work
D. Rejection of new technologies