Systematically arrange (bottom to top) these organizational examples according to Maslow's need hierarchy theory:

(A) Pension plan

(B) Basic salary

(C) Job title

(D) Cordial relationships with colleagues

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(B), (A), (D), (C)

The correct answer is option 2- (B), (A), (D), (C).

(B) Basic salary- Physiological Needs: These needs are most basic in the hierarchy and correspond to primary needs. Hunger, thirst, shelter, sleep and sex are some examples of these needs. In the organisational context, basic salary helps to satisfy these needs.

(A) Pension plan- Safety needs : These needs provide security and protection from physical and emotional harm. Examples: job security, stability of income, Pension plans etc.

(D) Cordial relationships with colleagues- Affiliation needs : These needs refer to affection, sense of belongingness, acceptance and friendship.

(C) Job title- Esteem Needs: These include factors such as self-respect, autonomy status, recognition and attention.