Name the method of External recruitment in which business organisations keep a database of unsolicited applicants, make a list of job seekers and fill the vacancies as and when they arise.

Casual callers

The correct answer is option (1)- Casual callers.

The method of external recruitment described, in which business organizations keep a database of unsolicited applicants, make a list of job seekers, and fill vacancies as and when they arise, is known as "Casual Callers." 

Casual Callers: Many reputed business organisations keep a database of unsolicited applicants in their offices. Such job-seekers can be a valuable source of man power. A list of such job-seekers can be prepared and can be screened to fill the vacancies as they arise.

OTHER OPTIONS

• Direct Recruitment: Under the direct recruitment, a notice is placed on the notice-board of the enterprise specifying the details of the jobs available. Jobseekers assemble outside the premises of the organisation on the specified date and selection is done on the spot.

• Employment Exchange: Employment exchanges run by the Government are regarded as a good source of recruitment for unskilled and skilled operative jobs. In some cases, compulsory notification of vacancies to employment exchange is required by law.

• Advertisement: Advertisement in newspapers or trade and professional journals is generally used when a wider choice is required. Most of the senior positions of industry as well as commerce are filled by this method.