Which of the following is not a merit of external source of recruitment?

Lack of competitive spirit

The correct answer is option (4)- Lack of competitive spirit.

Lack of competitive spirit is not a merit, competitive spirit is a merit of external source of recruitment.

The advantages of using external sources of recruitment are as follows:

Qualified Personnel: By using external sources of recruitment, the management can attract qualified and trained people to apply for vacant jobs in the organisation.

Wider Choice: When vacancies are advertised widely, a large number of applicants from outside the organisation apply. The management has a wider choice while selecting the people for employment.

Fresh Talent: The present employees may be insufficient or they may not fulfill the specifications of the jobs to be filled. External recruitment provide wider choice and brings new blood in the organisation. However, it is expensive and time consuming.

Competitive Spirit: If a company taps external sources, the existing staff will have to compete with the outsiders. They will work harder to show better performance.