Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Business Studies

Chapter

Organising

Question:

Read the following passage and answer the question.

Over the last couple of years, the operation of Zosh limited increased many fold due to sudden boom in the market. It's sales manager. Mr. Rajesh was over burdened and it looks almost impractical for him to handle all the sales related activities and decisions.

He discussed the problem with the top management and selective dispersal of authority to some other people was decided, as many people, who were employed with the company were competent, capable and resourceful. They could assume responsibility for the effective implementation of the decisions. Now Mr. Rajesh would be having more time which he could devote to important policy decisions rather than occupying his time with both policy as well as operational decisions.

Select the concept, which helps managers in reducing their workload and provides them with more time to concentrate on important matters.

Options:

Informal communication

Delegation of authority

Span of control

Directing

Correct Answer:

Delegation of authority

Explanation:

The correct answer is option (2)- Delegation of authority.

The concept that helps managers in reducing their workload and provides them with more time to concentrate on important matters is Delegation of authority.

Delegation involves assigning tasks and authority to others, allowing managers to focus on more important matters while ensuring that other capable employees handle operational responsibilities.