"People and materials must be in suitable places at appropriate time for maximum efficiency."
Application of this principle will lead to :
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → Increased productivity and efficiency
Option (1) Hindrance in the activities of business/factory — Incorrect. It is the opposite. With order, there is no hindrance in the work.
Option (2) Increased productivity and efficiency — Correct. The line in the question is Fayol’s own words for the principle of Order. If there is a fixed place for everything and everything is in its place, there will be no hindrance in the work. This leads to increased productivity and efficiency.
Option (3) No discrimination against anyone — Incorrect. Fair treatment of all is not the result of Order.
Option (4) Justice and kindliness in the behaviour of managers — Incorrect. This is the result of the principle of Equity, not Order.
NCERT (2026-27 Edition): “Order: According to Fayol, “People and materials must be in suitable places at appropriate time for maximum efficiency.” The principle of order states that ‘A place for everything (everyone) and everything (everyone) in its (her/his) place’. Essentially it means orderliness. If there is a fixed place for everything and it is present there, then there will be no hindrance in the activities of business/ factory. This will lead to increased productivity and efficiency.” “Equity: Good sense and experience are needed to ensure fairness to all employees, who should be treated as fairly as possible,” according to Fayol. This principle emphasises kindliness and justice in the behaviour of managers towards workers. …” |