Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as Reason (R).
Assertion (A): Controlling creates an atmosphere of order and discipline in the organisation.
Reason (R): A good control system ensures that employees know well in advance what they are expected to do.
In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
Assertion (A): Controlling creates an atmosphere of order and discipline in the organisation. — True. Controlling keeps a close check on the activities of employees. This cuts down dishonest behaviour and brings order and discipline.
Reason (R): A good control system ensures that employees know well in advance what they are expected to do. — True. Employees know in advance their work and the standards on which they will be appraised. This is how controlling improves employee motivation.
Why R does not explain A?
R is about motivation. Knowing the targets in advance helps employees give better performance. It says nothing about checking their conduct, so it does not bring about order and discipline.
The correct reason for A is that controlling keeps a close check on employees’ activities, and this minimises dishonest behaviour.
NCERT (2026-27 Edition): “(iv) Improving employee motivation: A good control system ensures that employees know well in advance what they are expected to do and what are the standards of performance on the basis of which they will be appraised. It, thus, motivates them and helps them to give better performance.” “(v) Ensuring order and discipline: Controlling creates an atmosphere of order and discipline in the organisation. It helps to minimise dishonest behaviour on the part of the employees by keeping a close check on their activities. …” |