Question

Consider the following statements regarding the application of Henry Fayol's principles of management: Which of the above statements is/are correct?

1. A company that promotes open communication and ensures that every employee understands and is working towards the same organizational goals is applying the principle of "Unity of Command."
2. An organization that maintains a clear hierarchical structure, linking every member from the top to the bottom, is a direct application of the "Scalar Chain" principle.
3. Fayol's principle of "Authority and Responsibility" states that managers should have the right to give orders, but they have no obligation to accomplish the tasks they assign.

• A. 3 only
• B. 2, 3
• C. All
• D. 2 only

Answer 1

Answer:

D. 2 only

• The principle of "Unity of Command" states that an employee should receive orders from only one superior to avoid confusion. The scenario described, where all employees work towards common goals, is an application of the principle of "Unity of Direction".

• The principle of "Authority and Responsibility" states that authority is the right to give orders, and responsibility is the obligation to accomplish those orders. They are complementary and interdependent.