Which of the following describes coaching as a method of training?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 4
The correct answer is Option (4) → Both (1) and (2)
Option (1) The superior guides and instructs the trainee. — Correct. In coaching, the superior acts as a coach. He guides and instructs the trainee. Correct statement, but it is only one of the correct points, so on its own it is not the answer.
Option (2) The counselor sets mutually agreed upon goals and periodically reviews the trainee’s progress. — Correct. The coach or counselor sets mutually agreed upon goals with the trainee. He suggests how to achieve them and reviews the progress from time to time. Correct statement, but it is only one of the correct points, so on its own it is not the answer.
Option (3) The trainee gets a chance to test his or her own aptitude and ability. — Incorrect. This is a feature of job rotation. Moving from one department to another lets the trainee test her own aptitude and ability.
NCERT (2026-27 Edition): “(iv) Job Rotation: This kind of training involves shifting the trainee from one department to another or from one job to another. This enables the trainee to gain a broader understanding of all parts of the business and how the organisation as a whole functions. The trainee gets fully involved in the departments operations and also gets a chance to test her own aptitude and ability. Job rotation allows trainees to interact with other employees facilitating future cooperation among departments. When employees are trained by this method, the organisation finds it easier at the time of promotions, replacements or transfers.”
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