Identify the step of planning that would also involve organizing for labour and purchase of machinery.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option (3) → Implementing the plan
Option (1) Selecting an alternative — Incorrect. This is the point of decision making, where the best plan is chosen. Arranging labour and machinery comes only after the plan is chosen.
Option (2) Developing premises — Incorrect. Premises are the assumptions or forecasts about the future on which plans are based. They do not involve arranging labour or machinery.
Option (3) Implementing the plan — Correct. This step puts the plan into action. For example, if production is to increase, more labour and machinery are required, so this step involves organising for labour and purchase of machinery.
Option (4) Setting objectives — Incorrect. This is the first step, where the aims are fixed. It comes much before arranging labour and machines.
NCERT (2026-27 Edition): “(vi) Implementing the plan: This is the step where other managerial functions also come into the picture. The step is concerned with putting the plan into action, i.e., doing what is required. For example, if there is a plan to increase production then more labour, more machinery will be required. This step would also involve organising for labour and purchase of machinery.” |
Note: The same/similar question has been asked in different years by NTA as per the details given below:
| 2026 | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
| – | – | – | – | 16-07 S2 15-07 S1 |