Q.1 Who is considered the father of modern management and formulated 14 principles of management?
Frederick Taylor
Henri Fayol
Peter Drucker
Elton Mayo
Explanation - Henri Fayol, a French management theorist, developed 14 principles of management and is considered the father of modern management.
Correct answer is: Henri Fayol
Q.2 Which of the following is NOT one of Fayol’s 14 principles of management?
Division of Work
Unity of Direction
Profit Maximization
Equity
Explanation - Profit maximization is a business objective but is not listed among Fayol’s 14 principles of management.
Correct answer is: Profit Maximization
Q.3 The principle of 'Division of Work' primarily aims to:
Increase specialization and efficiency
Ensure equitable pay
Reduce management levels
Maintain discipline
Explanation - Fayol's Division of Work suggests that work should be divided so employees can specialize, increasing productivity and efficiency.
Correct answer is: Increase specialization and efficiency
Q.4 Which principle emphasizes that each group of activities should have a single manager?
Unity of Direction
Scalar Chain
Unity of Command
Order
Explanation - Unity of Command states that each employee should receive orders from only one superior to avoid confusion and conflict.
Correct answer is: Unity of Command
Q.5 According to Fayol, what does the principle of 'Discipline' require?
Strict punishment of employees
Respect for agreements and rules
Flexibility in work hours
Equal pay for all employees
Explanation - Discipline involves obedience, respect for agreements, and adherence to organizational rules and regulations.
Correct answer is: Respect for agreements and rules
Q.6 The principle of 'Authority and Responsibility' means:
Managers have all authority and no responsibility
Responsibility can be separated from authority
Authority and responsibility go hand in hand
Only subordinates have responsibility
Explanation - Fayol emphasized that authority (right to give orders) comes with corresponding responsibility (obligation to perform duties).
Correct answer is: Authority and responsibility go hand in hand
Q.7 The principle of 'Unity of Direction' ensures that:
Each employee reports to multiple managers
Organizational activities with the same objective are directed by one manager
Departments work independently
Employees have freedom to choose tasks
Explanation - Unity of Direction means that all activities with the same objective should be directed by one manager using one plan.
Correct answer is: Organizational activities with the same objective are directed by one manager
Q.8 The principle of 'Subordination of Individual Interest to General Interest' implies:
Employees should prioritize personal gain over organizational goals
Organizational goals are more important than individual goals
Managers should ignore employee interests
Personal interests should be discouraged completely
Explanation - Fayol stressed that the interests of the organization must take precedence over personal interests of employees.
Correct answer is: Organizational goals are more important than individual goals
Q.9 Which principle deals with fair treatment of employees to maintain loyalty and devotion?
Equity
Discipline
Stability of Tenure
Centralization
Explanation - Equity refers to fairness and justice in treatment of employees to ensure loyalty and commitment to the organization.
Correct answer is: Equity
Q.10 The principle of 'Order' refers to:
Strict adherence to hierarchy
Right person in the right place
Employees working in silence
Managers controlling all resources
Explanation - Fayol's principle of Order emphasizes that there should be a proper place for everything and everyone to work efficiently.
Correct answer is: Right person in the right place
Q.11 The principle of 'Stability of Tenure' is important because:
Frequent job changes improve efficiency
Long tenure builds experience and loyalty
Managers should replace employees often
It encourages internal competition
Explanation - Stability of Tenure suggests that job security leads to skilled employees, reducing turnover and increasing organizational efficiency.
Correct answer is: Long tenure builds experience and loyalty
Q.12 According to Fayol, 'Initiative' allows:
Managers to control all decisions
Employees to propose ideas and take responsibility
Strict adherence to rules
Ignoring subordinate suggestions
Explanation - The principle of Initiative encourages employees to take active interest in work and propose ideas, fostering creativity and motivation.
Correct answer is: Employees to propose ideas and take responsibility
Q.13 Which principle recommends a clear chain of command from top to bottom?
Scalar Chain
Division of Work
Unity of Direction
Equity
Explanation - Scalar Chain refers to a clear line of authority in the organization from top management to the lowest level, ensuring proper communication.
Correct answer is: Scalar Chain
Q.14 The principle of 'Remuneration' emphasizes:
Pay should be fair and provide satisfaction
Employees should work without pay
Higher pay should go only to managers
Pay is irrelevant for motivation
Explanation - Fayol believed that fair remuneration motivates employees and promotes organizational efficiency.
Correct answer is: Pay should be fair and provide satisfaction
Q.15 Which principle stresses a balance between centralization and decentralization?
Scalar Chain
Centralization
Equity
Unity of Command
Explanation - Centralization principle deals with the degree of decision-making authority concentrated at the top versus delegated to lower levels.
Correct answer is: Centralization
Q.16 According to Fayol, what does 'Esprit de Corps' encourage?
Individual achievement over teamwork
Team spirit and unity among employees
Strict hierarchical control
Competition among departments
Explanation - Esprit de Corps emphasizes harmony, unity, and teamwork within the organization to improve efficiency.
Correct answer is: Team spirit and unity among employees
Q.17 Fayol’s principle of 'Discipline' requires obedience to:
Legal agreements, organizational rules, and contracts
Only managers’ personal preferences
No rules at all
Employee interests only
Explanation - Discipline is maintained by following agreed rules and contracts, ensuring smooth organizational operations.
Correct answer is: Legal agreements, organizational rules, and contracts
Q.18 Which principle ensures activities are grouped logically under one plan?
Unity of Direction
Division of Work
Scalar Chain
Initiative
Explanation - Unity of Direction ensures that activities with the same objective are coordinated under one manager and one plan.
Correct answer is: Unity of Direction
Q.19 Which principle suggests that proper supervision and clear responsibilities avoid confusion?
Scalar Chain
Unity of Command
Order
Equity
Explanation - Unity of Command prevents confusion by ensuring employees receive instructions from only one superior.
Correct answer is: Unity of Command
Q.20 The principle of 'Initiative' contributes to:
Employee motivation and innovation
Strict control over employees
Uniformity in tasks
Reduced communication
Explanation - Initiative encourages employees to take responsibility and propose new ideas, fostering creativity and engagement.
Correct answer is: Employee motivation and innovation
Q.21 Fayol's principle of 'Equity' combines which two qualities?
Kindness and fairness
Authority and discipline
Unity and centralization
Profit and productivity
Explanation - Equity refers to fair and kind treatment of employees, building loyalty and satisfaction.
Correct answer is: Kindness and fairness
Q.22 Which principle is closely related to employee satisfaction and reduced turnover?
Stability of Tenure
Division of Work
Centralization
Scalar Chain
Explanation - Providing job security and stability helps retain skilled employees and reduces turnover.
Correct answer is: Stability of Tenure
Q.23 The principle of 'Order' contributes to:
Smooth workflow and resource management
Employee conflict
Ignoring hierarchy
Frequent job changes
Explanation - Order ensures that both material and human resources are properly placed, leading to efficient operations.
Correct answer is: Smooth workflow and resource management
Q.24 Which principle encourages a sense of responsibility by allowing freedom within rules?
Initiative
Discipline
Centralization
Scalar Chain
Explanation - Initiative allows employees to propose and implement ideas while staying within organizational guidelines.
Correct answer is: Initiative