Decision-Making and Problem Solving

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Q1 · Decision-Making and Problem Solving · MEDIUM
A District Collector receives a complaint from villagers that a construction company is dumping industrial waste near their water source, causing health problems. The company has all necessary environmental clearances and employs 200 local workers. The villagers threaten to stop the construction work by force. What should be the Collector's immediate course of action?
Q2 · Decision-Making and Problem Solving · EASY
You are a Block Development Officer. A government scheme provides subsidized seeds to farmers, but only 30 percent of eligible farmers have applied. The deadline is in 3 days. Local agricultural officers say farmers are unaware or find the application process too complex. What is the most effective immediate action?
Q3 · Decision-Making and Problem Solving · MEDIUM
A Tehsildar notices that land records in the office are being updated very slowly, causing delays in property transactions. Staff claim the computerized system crashes frequently and they lack training. Citizens are frustrated and some have filed complaints. Which combination of actions would be most appropriate?
Q4 · Decision-Making and Problem Solving · MEDIUM
A Municipal Corporation has limited funds. It must choose between: (1) Repairing a major road used by thousands daily, in poor condition causing accidents, (2) Building a new community hall requested by local politicians, or (3) Upgrading the sewage treatment plant that is causing river pollution. As the Municipal Commissioner, which should be the priority?
Q5 · Decision-Making and Problem Solving · HARD
An Executive Magistrate learns that a religious procession and a cultural festival procession are scheduled on the same route at the same time tomorrow. Both organizers have valid permissions issued by different departments and refuse to change timings. The area has a history of communal tension. What should the Magistrate do?