Business Environment and Policy — DU Bachelor of Business Administration (Financial Investment Analysis) Previous Year Question Papers

(b) What are the major challenges Indian businesses face in adopting green technologies? (9+9=18) (a) Define macroeconomic stability and explain why it is vital for business growth. (b) What are the main goals of India's Sustainable Development Agenda 2030? (c) Explain the role of exchange rate management in international business operations. (d) Distinguish between portfolio investment and direct investment with suitable examples. (6+6+6=18) 6. (a) "The reconfiguration of global value chains and the emergence of new trade alliances have altered the competitive dynamics for developing economies." Discuss how India can leverage its demographic strength, digital infrastructure, and policy reforms to enhance its position in the global business environment. (b) Explain how the Union Budget serves as an instrument of economic growth and development. Administration (Financial Investment Analysis). 3. Attempt 5 questions in total. 6. Clearly write the question number before attempting any question. 1. (a) ITC Limited runs social initiatives in rural India for watershed management and farmer empowerment while maintaining profitable operations. (i) Whith aspect 8f the business environment does CSR belong to? (ii) How can social responsibility contribute to long-term business success? (iii) Explain the mutual relationship between business and society in this context. (b) Tbe. Indian. go'vernment recently banned certain single-use plastics to control polltition. This regulatio.n affected packaging, FMCG, and food delivery companies that relied heavily on plastic materials. (i) Which component of the business environment does this case represent? (ii) How should companies adapt their operations in response to such poli.cy changes? (iii) Explain how government policies can both promote and r.estrict business growth. 2. (a) Explain the objectives and significance of India's tr.ade policy reforms since 2015. How have they affected India's position in .global trade? (b) Examine how demographic changes and labour market trends are shaping business opportunities in India., (9+9=18) 3. The World.Trade Porgapization (WTO) plays a.vital role in regulatin`g and facilitating international trade among nations. India, being ©ne of the founding members, has actively participated in WT0 activities, negotiations, and dispute settlements. However, its involvement has brought both benefits and challeng.es, especially in the context of.recent global trade issues. (a) Explain the objectives and functions of the World Trade organization (WTO). (6) (b) Discuss India's majo-r role and contributions as a member of the WTO, highlighting its stand on key issues such as agriculture, trade in services, and in.tellectual property rights. (6) (c) Analyze how recent trade disputes involving India-such as those related to export subsidies, solar energy, and tariffs-have- affected Indian businesses engaged i.n international trade. (6)