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Who is known as the 'Father of Scientific Management'?

AHenri Fayol

BElton Mayo

CFrederick Winslow Taylor

DMax Weber

Answer:

C. Frederick Winslow Taylor

Read Explanation:

  • Taylor is widely recognized as the father of Scientific Management due to his work in applying scientific principles to increase productivity and efficiency in organizations.


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In Fayol’s principles, centralization refers to:

Consider the following statements: Which is/are correct?

  1. There should be balance between authority and responsibility for managers.
  2. Authority is only formal in organisation.
  3. Abuse of authority must be prevented by proper safeguards.

    According to the principles of quality management, what role do leaders play in an organization?

    1. Leaders are responsible for setting the organization's vision and direction, and for creating an environment that encourages full employee involvement.
    2. Leaders should primarily focus on managing daily operational tasks to ensure immediate efficiency.
    3. The involvement of people is solely the responsibility of middle management, not top leadership.
      Which of the following Indian companies was influenced by Japan’s quality revolution and adopted practices like Kaizen and PDCA?

      Assertion (A): Taylor emphasized that management and workers should undergo a mental revolution to achieve complete harmony.
      Reason (R): A harmonious relationship ensures prosperity for both employers and employees.