Arrange the following steps involved in the process of recruitment in a proper sequence.
A. Choosing the most suitable source/sources of supply
B. Inviting application from the prospective candidates for the vacancies
C. Assessment of their validity
D. Identification of different sources of labour supply
Choose the correct answer from the options given below.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → D, C, A, B
Step 1 – D. Identification of different sources of labour supply — First find out from where the candidates can be obtained.
Step 2 – C. Assessment of their validity — Then check how reliable and suitable each source is.
Step 3 – A. Choosing the most suitable source/sources of supply — After the assessment, choose the best source or sources.
Step 4 – B. Inviting application from the prospective candidates for the vacancies — The last activity: invite applications from the candidates.
NCERT (2026-27 Edition): “Sources of Recruitment The object of recruitment is to attract potential employees with the necessary characteristics or qualification, in the adequate number for the jobs available. It locates available people for the job and invites them to apply for the job in the organisation. The process of recruitment precedes the process of selection of a right candidate for the given positions in the organisation. Recruitment seeks to attract suitable applicants to apply for available jobs. The various activities involved with the process of recruitment includes (a) identification of the different sources of labour supply, (b) assessment of their validity, (c) choosing the most suitable source or sources,” “…and (d) inviting applications from the prospective candidates, for the vacancies.” |