Arrange the following steps in correct order of planning process
(A) Selecting an alternative
(B) Follow-up action
(C) Implementing the plan
(D) Developing premises
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option (3) → (D), (A), (C), (B)
(D) Developing premises — first. Premises are the assumptions about the future on which plans are built, such as forecasts of demand. They come straight after setting objectives, the first step of the whole process.
(A) Selecting an alternative — second. The manager first identifies the different courses of action and weighs their merits. Only then is the best one chosen.
(C) Implementing the plan — third. The chosen plan is put into action. Resources are arranged and people are told what to do.
(B) Follow-up action — fourth. The plan is monitored to check that it is carried out as intended. This is the last step of planning.
NCERT (2026-27 Edition): “Planning Process … (ii) Developing Premises: Planning is concerned with the future which is uncertain and every planner is using conjecture about what might happen in future.” “Selecting an alternative: This is the real point of decision making. The best plan has to be adopted and implemented.” “(vi) Implementing the plan: This is the step where other managerial functions also come into the picture. The step is concerned with putting the plan into action, i.e., doing what is required. …” “(vii) Follow-up action: To see whether plans are being implemented and activities are performed according to schedule is also part of the planning process. Monitoring the plans is equally important to ensure that objectives are achieved.” |