Which of the following is NOT a feature of planning?

It is flexible.

The correct answer is Option (2) → It is flexible.

In reality, planning often leads to rigidity. A well-defined plan sets a specific course of action, and all subsequent activities—such as organizing, staffing, and directing—are based on this plan. This makes it difficult to change the plan in response to unforeseen circumstances without significant cost and disruption. While modern management theory advocates for flexible planning to adapt to a dynamic business environment, planning itself inherently creates a degree of rigidity.