Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Business Studies

Chapter

Directing

Question:
Strict obedience of order and discipline is find in which of the following styles of leadership?
Options:
Free rein leadership
Democratic leadership
Autocratic leadership
Both 2 and 3
Correct Answer:
Autocratic leadership
Explanation:
Autocratic or Authoritarian leader : An autocratic leader gives orders and expects his subordinates to obey those orders. If a manager is following this style, then communication is only one-way with the subordinate only acting according to the command given by the manager. This leader is dogmatic, i.e., does not change or wish to be contradicted. His following is based on the assumption that reward or punishment both can be given depending upon the result. This leadership style is effective in getting productivity in many situations like in a factory where the supervisor is responsible for production on time and has to ensure labour productivity.