Read the following case study and answer the question.

Mr. Anil is working in an MNC as a production manager. Mr. Rajat is working under him who is responsible for ordering raw material for the firm. Mr. Anil always take care of his subordinates, but gives priority to organisational objectives. All the subordinates obey the orders of Mr. Anil. They are self-motivated to take steps.

"All the subordinates of Mr. Anil are self-motivated to take steps".

Identify the principle of management reflected from above statement.

Initiative

The correct answer is option (1) : Initiative

The principle of management reflected in the statement "All the subordinates of Mr. Anil are self-motivated to take steps" is Initiative.

The principle of "Initiative" in management encourages employees to take the initiative and be self-motivated to identify and address issues or opportunities. In this case, it is mentioned that Mr. Anil's subordinates are self-motivated, which aligns with the principle of initiative.

Initiative: Workers should be encouraged to develop and carry out their plans for improvements according to Fayol. Initiative means taking the first step with self-motivation. It is thinking out and executing the plan. It is one of the traits of an intelligent person. Initiative should be encouraged. But it does not mean going against the established practices of the company for the sake of being different. A good company should have an employee suggestion system whereby initiative/suggestions which result in substantial cost/time reduction should be rewarded.