Which of the following are the communication barriers?

(A) Inverted V
(B) Semantic
(C) Psychological
(D) Organisational

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(B), (C) and (D) only

The correct answer is Option (4) → (B), (C) and (D) only

Inverted V: It is a kind of communcation network where a subordinate is allowed to communicate with his immediate superior as well as his superiors superior. It is not a barrier to communication.

The other options are widely recognized categories of communication barriers:

• (B) Semantic Barriers: These arise from problems with encoding and decoding the message due to differences in language, meaning of words (jargon, technical terms, different interpretations), tone, or symbols.

• (C) Psychological Barriers: These stem from the emotional and mental state of the sender and receiver. Examples include premature evaluation, lack of attention, distrust, fear, or a closed mind.

• (D) Organisational Barriers: These arise from defects in the structure, rules, and regulations of the organization. Examples include rigid rules, complex organizational structures (long scalar chain), status differences, and inappropriate authority relationships.