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Consider the following pairs relating to Henri Fayol's principles of management:1. Unity of direction : An employee should receive orders f…

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Consider the following pairs relating to Henri Fayol's principles of management:

1. Unity of direction : An employee should receive orders from only one superior

2. Scalar chain : The line of authority from the top to the lowest level

3. Esprit de corps : Team spirit and harmony among employees

4. Initiative : Freedom to conceive and carry out a plan

Which of the pairs given above are correctly matched?

  • A1, 2 and 3 only
  • B2, 3 and 4 only
  • C1 and 4 only
  • D1, 2, 3 and 4
Correct answer: B

Explanation

The description in pair 1 is of 'Unity of command'. Unity of direction means one head and one plan for a group of activities with the same objective.

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