CUET Business Studies Question Paper 2025 (Available)- Download Answer Key and Solution PDF

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NTA is conducting the CUET 2025 exam from 13th May to 3rd June. CUET Business Studies Question Paper 2025 with Answer Key and Solution PDF for May 13th, 14th, 15th and 16th are available here for download. CUET Business Studies was easy to moderately difficult.

As per the exam pattern, the CUET Business Studies exam will consist of 50 questions for 250 marks to be attempted in 60 minutes. 5 marks will be awarded for each correct answer, and 1 mark will be deducted for incorrect answer.

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CUET 2025 Business Studies May 16 Questions

Question 1:

Rohan, the sales supervisor of MTS Ltd. is in the process of selecting salesman for his unit. Arrange the steps, after employment interview, which he would undertake?

  • (a) (E), (A), (B), (C), (D)
  • (b) (E), (B), (C), (A), (D)
  • (c) (C), (A), (B), (D), (E)
  • (d) (D), (A), (B), (E), (C)

Question 2:

Which of the following is not an importance of staffing?

  • (a) Helps in discovering and obtaining competent personnel
  • (b) Ensures optimum utilisation of physical resources
  • (c) Improves job satisfaction and morale
  • (d) Ensures succession planning for managers

Question 3:

Which of the following is the correct order of steps a manager must undertake while structuring tasks and creating a formal authority system within an enterprise?

  • (a) B, D, C, A
  • (b) A, C, D, B
  • (c) C, A, B, D
  • (d) D, B, C, A

Question 4:

A manager at a textile company aims to introduce a new eco-friendly product line. Which of the following steps would he follow to ensure the success of this plan?

  • (a) C, A, B, E, D
  • (b) A, E, C, D, B
  • (c) C, E, A, B, D
  • (d) E, C, B, A, D

Question 5:

A manufacturing firm notices an increase in product defects. To fix the issue using the control process, which of the following sequences must they follow?

  • (a) B, D, E, A, C
  • (b) D, B, E, A, C
  • (c) B, D, A, E, C
  • (d) D, A, B, E, C

Question 6:

Match the items in List I with the correct description in List II:

  • (a) A-I, B-II, C-III, D-IV
  • (b) A-II, B-I, C-IV, D-III
  • (c) A-I, B-III, C-II, D-IV
  • (d) A-III, B-II, C-I, D-IV

Question 7:

Match the types of financial decisions in List I with their real-life examples in List II:

  • (a) A-I, B-II, C-III, D-IV
  • (b) A-II, B-I, C-IV, D-III
  • (c) A-III, B-IV, C-I, D-II
  • (d) A-IV, B-III, C-II, D-I

Question 8:

Who can be considered a consumer under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019?

  • (a) Only A, C, and D
  • (b) Only A and B
  • (c) Only B, C, and D
  • (d) All of the above

Question 9:

Standardisation refers to the process of setting standards for every business activity; it can be standardisation of process, raw material, time, product, machinery, methods or working conditions. This definition of Standardisation was given by:

  • (a) Fayol
  • (b) Oontz
  • (c) Taylor
  • (d) Maslow

Question 10:

Which of the following statements correctly describe the significance of Principles of Management?

  • (a) Only A, B, and D
  • (b) Only B, C, and D
  • (c) Only A, C, and D
  • (d) All of the above

Question 11:

Which of the following is NOT an element of directing?

  • (a) Delegation of Authority
  • (b) Motivation
  • (c) Communication
  • (d) Leadership

Question 12:

Match the Dimensions of Business Environment (List I) with their respective descriptions (List II):

  • (a) A-IV, B-II, C-III, D-I
  • (b) A-I, B-IV, C-II, D-III
  • (c) A-III, B-I, C-II, D-IV
  • (d) A-II, B-III, C-I, D-IV

Question 13:

Which of the following factors is LEAST likely to be a direct contributor to the development of an individual's entrepreneurial capabilities and mindset?

  • (a) Family Background
  • (b) Education
  • (c) Government Support
  • (d) Future Certainty

Question 14:

It implies a desire to accomplish something difficult.

  • (a) Need for Power
  • (b) Need for Achievement
  • (c) Need for Affiliation
  • (d) Need for Autonomy

Question 15:

Which of the following is NOT management in the real sense:

  • (a) A Finance Manager working to attain profit with the help of his subordinates.
  • (b) Captain of the Football team discussing strategies to win the match with his team.
  • (c) A manager of a Restaurant discussing the day’s menu with his staff.
  • (d) A street hawker selling his goods alone in the market.

Question 16:

______ decision is exhibited in the above case.

  • (a) Working Capital
  • (b) Dividend
  • (c) Investment
  • (d) Investment and Financing

Question 17:

"A judicious mix of both sources - Debt and Equity would increase the EPS" ______ concept of Financial Management is conveyed by the above statement.

  • (a) Risk consideration
  • (b) Return on Investment
  • (c) Cost of Equity
  • (d) Trading on Equity

Question 18:

"The Finance Manager of the company has suggested issue of debentures at an estimated cost of 8%". The above statement conveys ______ type of financial decision.

  • (a) Working capital decision
  • (b) Investment decision
  • (c) Financing decision
  • (d) Dividend decision

Question 19:

"It involves committing the finance on a long-term basis." ______ concept of Financial Management is indicated from the above statement.

  • (a) Capital budgeting decision
  • (b) Financial leverage
  • (c) Capital structure decision
  • (d) Financial risk

Question 20:

The decision for opening one more manufacturing unit is related to ______ .

  • (a) Financing decision
  • (b) Investment decision
  • (c) Dividend decision
  • (d) General decision

Question 21:

In the above case "Just Foodie” is using various variable of Marketing Mix. Identify the variable used in the following statement: "To make their products available to customers at right time, right place, they are also selling their products to grocery stores in addition to their own outlets."

  • (a) Product
  • (b) Price
  • (c) Promotion
  • (d) Physical distribution

Question 22:

Identify the element of marketing mix in the following statement: "The taste, quality and packing are given utmost care."

  • (a) Product mix
  • (b) Price mix
  • (c) Promotion mix
  • (d) Physical distribution mix

Question 23:

"They are able to charge higher price than their competitors." Which element of marketing mix is discussed in the statement?

  • (a) Product mix
  • (b) Price mix
  • (c) Promotion mix
  • (d) Physical distribution mix

Question 24:

"To increase their sales, they are using different offers like: Free gifts, Cash backs etc. They are offering discounts to customers on various occasions." Identify the marketing mix element from the above statement.

  • (a) Product mix
  • (b) Price mix
  • (c) Promotion mix
  • (d) Physical distribution mix

Question 25:

"To increase their sales, they are using different offers like: Free gifts, Cash backs etc. They are offering discounts to customers on various occasions." Which tool of the promotion mix is used in the given statement?

  • (a) Advertisement
  • (b) Sales promotion
  • (c) Personal selling
  • (d) Publicity

CUET 2025 Business Studies May 14 Questions
 

Directions for Q1 to Q5: Read the passage given below and answer questions.
Sunrise Solar Solutions is experiencing rapid growth in the demand for its residential solar panel installations in Gurugram. To manage this expansion, the CEO, Mr. Sharma, held a meeting with his senior managers. During the meeting, Mr. Sharma outlined the company's goal of increasing installation capacity by 25% over the next fiscal year to capitalize on the booming market. Following this, the Operations Manager, Ms. Verma, began grouping the increasing number of installation teams geographically and assigning specific service areas to each team to ensure efficient coverage. The HR Manager, Mr. Khan, was tasked with determining the number of new technicians and support staff required and developing a recruitment drive to fill these positions. As the new teams were onboarded, the Installation Supervisor, Mr. Singh, personally explained the new installation protocols and provided hands-on training to ensure quality and safety. Finally, the Finance Manager, Ms. Das, implemented a system to track the actual number of installations against the set targets and identify any deviations requiring corrective action.
 

Question 1:

The action taken by Mr. Sharma as described in, "Mr. Sharma outlined the company’s goal of increasing installation capacity by 25% over the next fiscal year," best illustrates which function of management?

  • (a) Organising
  • (b) Staffing
  • (c) Planning
  • (d) Controlling

Question 2:

The action undertaken by Ms. Verma as described in, "began grouping the increasing number of installation teams geographically and assigning specific service areas to each team," best represents which function of management?

  • (a) Directing
  • (b) Organising
  • (c) Staffing
  • (d) Planning

Question 3:

The responsibility given to Mr. Khan as described in, "was tasked with determining the number of new technicians and support staff required and developing a recruitment drive," primarily relates to which function of management?

  • (a) Planning
  • (b) Directing
  • (c) Controlling
  • (d) Staffing

Question 4:

The activity performed by Mr. Singh as described in, "personally explained the new installation protocols and provided hands-on training," best exemplifies which function of management?

  • (a) Organising
  • (b) Directing
  • (c) Controlling
  • (d) Staffing

Question 5:

The system implemented by Ms. Das as described in, "implemented a system to track the actual number of installations against the set targets and identify any deviations," best illustrates which function of management?

  • (a) Planning
  • (b) Organising
  • (c) Controlling
  • (d) Directing

Question 6:

Match the features of planning in List I with their descriptions in List II.

 

  • (a) A-II, B-IV, C-I, D-III
  • (b) A-I, B-IV, C-III, D-II
  • (c) A-I, B-II, C-III, D-IV
  • (d) A-IV, B-III, C-II, D-I

Question 7:

Arrange the first five steps involved in the staffing process in sequence.
(A) Recruitment
(B) Training and development
(C) Placement and Orientation
(D) Estimating the manpower requirements
(E) Selection

  • (a) D, A, E, C, B
  • (b) A, B, E, C, D
  • (c) A, C, D, E, B
  • (d) A, D, E, C, B

Question 8:

Match List I with List II

 

  • (a) A-IV, B-I, C-III, D-II
  • (b) A-II, B-III, C-I, D-IV
  • (c) A-II, B-I, C-III, D-IV
  • (d) A-IV, B-I, C-III, D-II

Question 9:

Which of the following is a principle by Fayol?

  • (a) Cooperation, not Individualism
  • (b) Scalar Chain
  • (c) Functional Foremanship
  • (d) Method Study

Question 10:

Which of the following statements correctly highlight the difference between delegation and decentralisation?

(A) Delegation is a necessary act arising from division of work, while decentralisation is an optional policy decision.
(B) In delegation, authority is limited between a superior and subordinate, whereas decentralisation distributes authority to the lowest levels.
(C) Delegation gives more freedom of action to subordinates than decentralisation.
(D) Delegation aims to enhance the role of subordinates, whereas decentralisation aims to reduce the workload of the superior.
Choose the correct option:

  • (a) (A) only
  • (b) (B), (C), (D) only
  • (c) (A) and (B) only
  • (d) (A), (C), and (D) only



CUET 2025 Business Studies May 13 Questions

Question 1:

A company hired consultants to restructure departments for better efficiency. Identify the management function.

  • (A) Planning
  • (B) Organizing
  • (C) Leading
  • (D) Controlling

Question 2:

Select the feature of management shown when activities are directed toward a common goal.

  • (A) Coordination
  • (B) Planning
  • (C) Organizing
  • (D) Controlling

Question 3:

Which of the following best reflects that management aims at achieving results through others?

  • (A) Efficiency
  • (B) Leadership
  • (C) Delegation
  • (D) Supervision

Question 4:

Which principle of Fayol suggests “one head, one plan for a group of activities”?

  • (A) Unity of Command
  • (B) Division of Work
  • (C) Unity of Direction
  • (D) Authority and Responsibility

Question 5:

Identify the scientific principle Taylor introduced to replace outdated practices.

  • (A) Time and Motion Study
  • (B) Scientific Selection and Training
  • (C) Functional Foremanship
  • (D) Standardization of Tools

Question 6:

Introduction of UPI payments across rural India is an example of which environmental dimension?

  • (A) Economic Environment
  • (B) Political Environment
  • (C) Technological Environment
  • (D) Social Environment

Question 7:

Which of the following does not characterize the business environment?

  • (A) External forces
  • (B) Relativity
  • (C) Interrelatedness
  • (D) Formal hierarchy

Question 8:

Trade policies, taxation rules, and subsidies fall under:

  • (A) Economic Environment
  • (B) Political Environment
  • (C) Legal Environment
  • (D) Technological Environment

Question 9:

“Planning bridges the gap between where we are and where we want to go.” Identify the features of planning.

  • (A) Pervasiveness
  • (B) Focused on Action
  • (C) Futuristic
  • (D) Decision-making

Question 10:

Arrange in correct sequence:
(i) Setting objective
(ii) Identifying alternatives
(iii) Developing premises
(iv) Evaluating options

  • (A) (i), (ii), (iii), (iv)
  • (B) (iii), (ii), (i), (iv)
  • (C) (i), (iii), (ii), (iv)
  • (D) (iii), (i), (ii), (iv)

Question 11:

Which of these is a feature of informal organisation?

  • (A) Clear structure and hierarchy
  • (B) Based on personal relationships
  • (C) Defined roles and responsibilities
  • (D) Official communication channels

Question 12:

Identify the element of delegation where the subordinate is answerable for the outcome.

  • (A) Authority
  • (B) Responsibility
  • (C) Accountability
  • (D) Delegation

Question 13:

Internal sources of recruitment may lead to:

  • (A) Increased motivation and morale
  • (B) Fresh perspectives and new ideas
  • (C) Higher cost of recruitment
  • (D) External conflicts

Question 14:

Which type of test measures existing job knowledge and skills?

  • (A) Personality test
  • (B) Aptitude test
  • (C) Skill test
  • (D) Intelligence test

Question 15:

Which of the following is not a feature of directing?

  • (A) Motivating subordinates
  • (B) Issuing instructions
  • (C) Setting objectives
  • (D) Leading by example

Question 16:

Maslow’s hierarchy includes all except:

  • (A) Physiological needs
  • (B) Safety needs
  • (C) Self-actualization needs
  • (D) Financial needs

Question 17:

“Only a 5% increase in material cost was found critical.” What technique is this?

  • (A) Break-even analysis
  • (B) Cost-benefit analysis
  • (C) Budgetary control
  • (D) Management by exception

Question 18:

Which of the following is a limitation of controlling?

  • (A) It ensures continuous improvement
  • (B) It focuses on future performance
  • (C) It is time-consuming
  • (D) It provides immediate feedback

Question 19:

“Coordination integrates group efforts and ensures unity of action.” This highlights that coordination is:

  • (1) A process.
  • (2) A structure.
  • (3) An objective.
  • (4) A result.

Question 20:

According to Taylor, “each employee should receive orders from one superior only.” This reflects:

  • (1) Unity of direction.
  • (2) Scalar chain.
  • (3) Unity of command.
  • (4) Discipline.

Question 21:

Which of these is a strategic plan?

  • (1) Plan to increase daily production by 10%.
  • (2) Plan to reduce employee turnover by 5%.
  • (3) Plan to enter a new international market within five years.
  • (4) Plan to organize a training workshop next month.

Question 22:

Arrange the steps of organizing:

(A) Division of work, (B) Departmentalisation, (C) Assignment of duties, (D) Authority relationships

  • (A) A, B, C, D
  • (B) B, A, C, D
  • (C) A, C, B, D
  • (D) A, B, D, C

Question 23:

Identify the correct sequence in the selection process:
(A) Test, (B) Interview, (C) Reference check, (D) Job offer

  • (A) A, B, C, D
  • (B) B, A, C, D
  • (C) A, C, B, D
  • (D) A, B, D, C

Question 24:

What is the last step of the controlling process?

  • (A) Measuring performance
  • (B) Setting standards
  • (C) Comparing actual performance with standards
  • (D) Taking corrective actions

Question 25:

Right to be heard ensures:

  • (A) Freedom of speech
  • (B) Right to appeal
  • (C) Fair hearing
  • (D) Right to protest

CUET Business Studies Expected Difficulty

Candidates have to answer 50 multiple choice questions within a duration of 60 minutes; all the questions are compulsory to attempt.

In CUET 2025, the CUET Business Studies is expected to be easy to moderate. Here are some topics with higher weightage:

Section Expected Difficulty Key Topics
Principles of Management Easy–Moderate
  • Fayol
  • Taylor
  • Planning & Organising
Business Environment Easy
  • Economic Policies
  • Globalisation
Marketing & Finance Moderate
  • Functions of Marketing
  • Capital Structure
Human Resource Management Moderate
  • Staffing
  • Recruitment
  • Appraisal

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