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Asha is the head of finance department in her company. She is very fond of latest gadgets. With the launch of 5 new model of i-phone, she is confused for the last 3 days which model she should buy. Due to this, she could not concentrate to the discussion in the meeting. She said to her subordinates to set their own goals and make plans accordingly. Riya is working in the company as head of production department. One day at the tea break time, Riya told Asha that due to recession many people from the company are retrenched soon. Company takes care to the needs of its employees like food, shelter, clothing etc.

Which type of need of employees is satisfied according to Maslow theory by taking care to the needs of its employees like food, shelter, clothing etc?

Basic Physiological Needs

The correct answer is option 1- Basic Physiological Needs.

Basic Physiological Needs is the type of need of employees is satisfied according to Maslow theory by taking care to the needs of its employees like food, shelter, clothing etc.

Abraham Maslow, a well-known psychologist in a classic paper published in 1943, outlined the elements of an overall theory of motivation. His theory was based on human needs. He felt that within every human being, there exists a hierarchy of five needs. These are:

* Basic 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.

* Safety/Security Needs: These needs provide security and protection from physical and emotional harm. Examples: job security, stability of income, Pension plans etc.

* Affiliation/Belonging Needs: These needs refer to affection, sense of belongingness, acceptance and friendship.

* Esteem Needs: These include factors such as self-respect, autonomy status, recognition and attention.

* Self Actualisation Needs: It is the highest level of need in the hierarchy. It refers to the drive to become what one is capable of becoming. These needs include growth, self-fulfillment and achievement of goals.