2025 Trade Unionism Important Questions [Dibrugarh University BCom 6th Sem. CBCS]

Are you a BCom 6th Semester Student at Dibrugarh University preparing for your Trade Unionism Exam in 2025? This blog post is all about Trade Unionism! We’ve put together a simple, easy list of Trade Unionism important questions for Course No. DSE 602 (GROUP-II). These Trade Unionism important questions cover Previous year question papers (2014–2024) and the full Trade Unionism syllabus such as Trade Unionism basics, white-collar unions, employers’ associations, and the ILO. Get ready for Trade Unionism success with  Dibrugarh University BCom 6th Semester Trade Unionism Important Questions 2025!

TRADE UNIONISM

Trade Unionism Important Questions for 2025 Exam Dibrugarh University

Unit 1: Introduction to Trade Unionism

Section 1: 1-Mark Questions

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs):

1. The Trade Unions Act in India was passed in:

a) 1923

b) 1924

c) 1925

d) 1926

2. The first trade union federation in India was:

a) INTUC

b) AITUC

c) HMS

d) NLO

3. The primary function of a trade union is to:

a) Promote national integration

b) Safeguard and promote workers’ interests

c) Manage employer associations

d) Enforce government policies

4. Craft unions are different from industrial unions because they:

a) Include workers from multiple industries

b) Focus on workers with specific skills

c) Are formed by employers

d) Operate only in the public sector

5. Which of the following is a problem faced by Indian trade unions?

a) Excessive government support

b) Lack of unity among workers

c) Overfunding

d) Too many legal protections

True/False:

1. Trade unions aim to negotiate better wages and working conditions for their members.

2. The Trade Unions Act, 1926 mandates the recognition of trade unions by employers. (Dibrugarh University BCom 2023)

3. Craft unions cover workers from different industries and crafts.

4. Recognition of a trade union enhances its bargaining power with employers.

5. Political interference is not a problem faced by Indian trade unions.

Fill in the Blanks:

1. The Trade Unions Act was enacted in the year _______.

2. A trade union formed by workers with a specific skill set is called a _______ union.

3. One of the major problems of Indian trade unions is the _______ of trade unions.

4. The process of verifying the membership of a trade union for recognition is known as _______.

5. The primary objective of trade unions is to protect and promote the _______ of workers.

Section 2: Short Notes (4 Marks)

1. Concept of Trade Unionism

2. Functions of Trade Unions (Dibrugarh University BCom 2014, 2016)

3. Objectives of Trade Unions (Dibrugarh University BCom 2015, 2022, 2024Sessional)

4. Structure of Trade Unions (Dibrugarh University BCom 2015, 2022, 2024Sessional)

5. Recognition of Trade Unions (Dibrugarh University BCom 2016, 2023)

6. Problems of Indian Trade Unions (Dibrugarh University BCom 2014, 2015, 2017, 2023)

7. Craft Unions vs. Industrial Unions (Dibrugarh University BCom 2023Sessional, 2024)

8. Methods of Verification of Trade Union Membership (Dibrugarh University BCom 2024)

Section 3: Questions Carrying 14 Marks

1. Explain the concept and functions of trade unions. (Dibrugarh University BCom 2014, 2016)

2. Define trade union. What are the advantages and disadvantages of trade unions? (Dibrugarh University BCom 2017)

3. Discuss the objectives and structure of trade unions. (Dibrugarh University BCom 2015, 2022, 2024Sessional)

4. What is meant by recognition of a Trade Union? Discuss the rights of recognised Trade Unions. (Dibrugarh University BCom 2016, 2023)

5. What are craft unions? How are they different from industrial unions? Elaborate the strengths and weaknesses of craft unions. (Dibrugarh University BCom 2023Sessional, 2024)

6. What do you understand by recognition of trade unions? Why is it relevant? What are the usual methods for verification of the membership of trade unions? (Dibrugarh University BCom 2024)

7. Explain briefly the problems of trade unions in India. What measures can you suggest to overcome these problems? (Dibrugarh University BCom 2014, 2015, 2017, 2023)

8. Trace the origin and development of trade unionism in India. (Dibrugarh University BCom 2014, 2017)

9. Discuss the role of trade unions in improving the working conditions of Indian workers.

10. Explain the significance of trade unionism in the context of industrial relations in India.

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Unit 2: White Collar Trade Unions

Section 1: 1-Mark Questions

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs):

1. White-collar workers are typically employed in:

a) Manual labor

b) Administrative and professional roles

c) Heavy industries

d) Construction sites

2. An example of a white-collar union in India is:

a) All India Bank Employees' Association

b) Hind Mazdoor Sabha

c) Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh

d) Centre of Indian Trade Unions

3. Blue-collar workers are primarily associated with:

a) Office jobs

b) Manual and industrial work

c) Managerial roles

d) Professional services

4. Managerial associations are more prevalent in:

a) Private sector

b) Public sector

c) Agricultural sector

d) Informal sector

5. One reason for the growth of white-collar unions in India is:

a) Decline in industrial jobs

b) Increase in service sector employment

c) Government restrictions

d) Lack of blue-collar unions

True/False:

1. White-collar unions and managerial trade unions are the same.

2. White collar unions depend on outsiders for their leadership. (Dibrugarh University BCom 2023)

3. Managerial unionism is more prevalent in the public sector than in the private sector.

4. Blue-collar workers are outside the purview of the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947.

5. Rivalry in trade unions is caused by the multiplicity of unions. (Dibrugarh University BCom 2024)

Fill in the Blanks:

1. Workers engaged in clerical or professional jobs are called _______-collar workers.

2. The growth of white-collar unions in India is linked to the rise of the _______ sector.

3. _______ associations represent the interests of managers in organizations.

4. A key difference between white-collar and blue-collar workers is their _______ of work.

5. Multiple trade unions often lead to _______ among unions.

Section 2: Short Notes (4 Marks)

1. Meaning and Features of White-Collar Trade Unions

2. Differences Between White-Collar and Blue-Collar Workers (Dibrugarh University BCom 2014, 2015)

3. Growth of White-Collar Unions in India (Dibrugarh University BCom 2016, 2022)

4. Factors Responsible for Emergence of White-Collar Trade Unions (Dibrugarh University BCom 2017, 2023, 2024)

5. Nature and Significance of Managerial Associations (Dibrugarh University BCom 2016, 2017, 2023)

6. Activities of Managerial Associations in India (Dibrugarh University BCom 2015)

7. Reasons Behind Growth of Managerial Associations in India (Dibrugarh University BCom 2022, 2023, 2024)

8. Rivalry in Trade Unions (Dibrugarh University BCom 2024)

Section 3: Questions Carrying 14 Marks

1. What do you mean by white-collar and blue-collar workers and unions? Give some examples. Distinguish between them. (Dibrugarh University BCom 2014, 2015)

2. Explain the features of white-collar and blue-collar workers. (Dibrugarh University BCom 2014)

3. Discuss the growth of white-collar unions in India from the early stages to present times. (Dibrugarh University BCom 2016)

4. Explain different factors that are responsible for the emergence of white-collar trade unions. (Dibrugarh University BCom 2017, 2023, 2024)

5. What do you mean by Managerial Associations? Explain its nature, significance, and limitations. (Dibrugarh University BCom 2016, 2017, 2023)

6. Discuss the activities of Managerial Associations in India. (Dibrugarh University BCom 2015)

7. Discuss the reasons behind the growth of managerial associations in India. (Dibrugarh University BCom 2022, 2023, 2024)

8. Explain in detail about rivalry in trade unions. (Dibrugarh University BCom 2024)

9. Explain in detail multiple trade unions with their problems.

10. Discuss the role of white-collar unions in shaping labor policies in India.

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Unit 3: Employers’ Association

Section 1: 1-Mark Questions

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs):

1. The primary goal of an employers’ association is to:

a) Protect workers’ rights

b) Promote the economic interests of employers

c) Enforce labor laws

d) Support trade unions

2. Employers’ associations in India can be registered under:

a) The Companies Act, 1956

b) The Trade Unions Act, 1926

c) The Industrial Disputes Act, 1947

d) The Societies Registration Act, 1860

3. An example of an employers’ association in India is:

a) FICCI

b) INTUC

c) AITUC

d) HMS

4. Membership in employers’ associations in India is:

a) Mandatory

b) Voluntary

c) Government-regulated

d) Union-enforced

5. The organizational structure of employers’ associations typically includes:

a) A general body and executive committee

b) Workers’ representatives

c) Trade union leaders

d) Government officials

True/False:

1. Employers’ associations can be registered under the Trade Unions Act, 1926.

2. The main objective of employers’ associations is to protect and promote the interests of workers.

3. Chambers of Commerce can act as employers’ associations for sending delegates to ILO.

4. Membership in employers’ associations is voluntary in India. (Dibrugarh University BCom 2014, 2016, 2017, 2023, 2024)

5. Employers’ associations emerged as a result of the formation of the ILO.

Fill in the Blanks:

1. The primary aim of employers’ associations is to safeguard the _______ interests of its members.

2. In India, employers’ associations are often organized under the _______ of Commerce.

3. The growth of employers’ associations in India began in the _______ century.

4. The management of employers’ associations is handled by an _______ committee.

5. Employers’ associations in India aim to counterbalance the power of _______ unions.

Section 2: Short Notes (4 Marks)

1. Aims and Objectives of Employers’ Associations (Dibrugarh University BCom 2014, 2015, 2017, 2022)

2. Growth of Employers’ Associations in India (Dibrugarh University BCom 2014, 2016, 2017, 2023, 2024)

3. Functioning of Employers’ Associations in India (Dibrugarh University BCom 2022, 2024)

4. Organizational Structure of Employers’ Associations (Dibrugarh University BCom 2015, 2016, 2023, 2024)

5. Role of Employers’ Associations in Industrial Relations

6. Management of Employers’ Associations in India

7. Significance of Employers’ Associations in India

8. Challenges Faced by Employers’ Associations

Section 3: Questions Carrying 14 Marks

1. What do you mean by Employers’ Association? Discuss the aims and objectives of Employers’ Associations. (Dibrugarh University BCom 2014, 2015, 2017, 2022)

2. Is membership in Employers’ Associations voluntary in India? Discuss in brief the growth of Employers’ Associations in India. (Dibrugarh University BCom 2014, 2016, 2017, 2023, 2024)

3. Explain in short the functioning of employers’ associations in India. (Dibrugarh University BCom 2022, 2024)

4. Describe the organizational structure and management of Employers’ Associations in India. (Dibrugarh University BCom 2015, 2016, 2023, 2024)

5. Discuss the structure of employers’ organizations in India. (Dibrugarh University BCom 2022)

6. Explain the role of employers’ associations in promoting industrial harmony in India.

7. Discuss the historical development and significance of employers’ associations in India.

8. Analyze the challenges faced by employers’ associations in India and suggest measures to overcome them.

9. Explain how employers’ associations counterbalance the power of trade unions in India.

10. Discuss the impact of employers’ associations on labor legislation in India.

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Unit 4: International Labour Organisation

Section 1: 1-Mark Questions

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs):

1. The International Labour Organisation (ILO) was established in:

a) 1918

b) 1919

c) 1920

d) 1921

2. The Philadelphia Declaration was adopted on:

a) 10 May 1944

b) 10 May 1945

c) 10 May 1946

d) 10 May 1947

3. The supreme deliberative body of the ILO is:

a) Governing Body

b) International Labour Conference

c) International Labour Office

d) General Assembly

4. How often is the International Labour Conference held?

a) Once a year

b) Twice a year

c) Thrice a year

d) Every two years

5. One of the fundamental principles of the Philadelphia Declaration is:

a) Labour is a commodity

b) Labour is not a commodity

c) Profit over people

d) Economic growth above all

True/False:

1. ILO recommendations impose certain obligations on member countries.

2. The ILO was established in the year 1919. (Dibrugarh University BCom 2015, 2017)

3. Member countries can be forced to ratify a convention drawn up by the ILO’s constituents.

4. One of the fundamental principles of the Philadelphia Declaration is that labour is not a commodity. (Dibrugarh University BCom 2014, 2016, 2023)

5. There are four main organs of the ILO.

Fill in the Blanks:

1. The ILO was founded in the year _______.

2. The _______ Declaration was adopted by the ILO in 1944.

3. The main deliberative body of the ILO is the _______ Labour Conference.

4. ILO _______ are non-binding suggestions for member countries.

5. India has been receiving technical assistance from the ILO since _______ in the field of productivity.

Section 2: Short Notes (4 Marks)

1. Historical Background of the ILO (Dibrugarh University BCom 2015, 2017, 2023)

2. Structure of the ILO (Dibrugarh University BCom 2016, 2024)

3. Major Activities of the ILO (Dibrugarh University BCom 2014, 2023, 2024)

4. Principles of the Philadelphia Declaration (Dibrugarh University BCom 2014, 2016, 2023)

5. Impact of the ILO on Labour Legislation in India (Dibrugarh University BCom 2014, 2015, 2017, 2022)

6. Differences Between Conventions and Recommendations of the ILO (Dibrugarh University BCom 2014, 2015)

7. Procedure for Adopting ILO Conventions and Recommendations

8. Role of the ILO in Promoting Global Labour Standards

Section 3: Questions Carrying 14 Marks

1. Give a brief outline of the historical background of the ILO. (Dibrugarh University BCom 2015, 2017, 2023)

2. Discuss the structure of the ILO. (Dibrugarh University BCom 2016, 2024)

3. Discuss the major activities of the ILO. (Dibrugarh University BCom 2014, 2023, 2024)

4. Discuss the Philadelphia Declaration in detail along with its principles and impact. (Dibrugarh University BCom 2014, 2016, 2023)

5. Discuss the impact of the ILO on labour legislation in India. (Dibrugarh University BCom 2014, 2015, 2017, 2022)

6. Distinguish between conventions and recommendations of the ILO. Explain the procedure followed for adopting Conventions and Recommendations of the ILO. (Dibrugarh University BCom 2014, 2015)

7. Explain the role of the ILO in shaping labour policies in India with examples.

8. Discuss the significance of the Philadelphia Declaration in the global labour movement.

9. Analyze the contributions of the ILO to improving working conditions worldwide.

10. Explain how the ILO collaborates with member countries to promote social justice and decent work.

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