The following is not a principle of Directing:
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option (3) → Inhibit growth of informal organisation
Option (1) Follow through — A principle of directing (Incorrect). Giving an order is not the end of directing. The manager keeps checking that the order is being carried out and helps where there is a problem.
Option (2) Unity of command — A principle of directing (Incorrect). A subordinate should get instructions from one superior only. Orders from two bosses cause confusion.
Option (3) Inhibit growth of informal organisation — Not a principle of directing (Correct). The real principle is the opposite: use of informal organisation. Informal groups exist inside every formal organisation. A good manager spots them and uses them to pass on ideas and win support. He does not try to stop them from growing.
Option (4) Leadership — A principle of directing (Incorrect). While directing, a manager should lead in a way that influences subordinates positively without making them unhappy.
NCERT (2026-27 Edition): “Principles of Directing Providing good and effective directing is a challenging task as it involves many complexities. A manager has to deal with people with diverse background, and expectations. This complicates the directing process. Certain guiding principles of directing may help in directing process. …” “(vi) Use of informal organisation: A manager should realise that informal groups or organisations exist within every formal organisation. He should spot and make use of such organisations for effective directing. “(iii) Unity of Command: This principle insists that a person in the organisation should receive instructions from one superior only. …” |