Question

According to the Contingency Approach, what is a key characteristic differentiating it from earlier management theories?

1. It focuses on finding universal rules that apply to all organizations.
2. It acknowledges that a particular management action is valid only under specific conditions.
3. It largely ignores the impact of the external environment on organizational effectiveness.
4. It promotes a standardized organizational structure for all businesses.

• A. നാല്
• B. രണ്ട് മാത്രം
• C. ഒന്നും നാലും
• D. ഇവയൊന്നുമല്ല

Answer 1

Answer:

B. രണ്ട് മാത്രം

• Earlier management theories, such as classical management, often aimed to establish universal principles that could be applied across different organizations and situations.

• The contingency approach, however, argues against this universality.

• It posits that what works effectively in one context might be detrimental in another, emphasizing the need for adaptability based on situational factors.