Question : Assertion: The principle of "Scalar Chain" ensures effective communication in an organization.
Reason: It allows information to flow through the hierarchical chain without distortion.
Option 1: Both assertions and reasons are correct, and the reason is the correct explanation of the assertion.
Option 2: Both are correct, but the reason is not the correct explanation.
Option 3: The assertion is correct, the reason is incorrect.
Option 4: The assertion is incorrect, the reason is correct
Correct Answer: Both assertions and reasons are correct, and the reason is the correct explanation of the assertion.
Solution : The correct answer is (a) Both assertions and reasons are correct, and the reason is the correct explanation of the assertion.
The assertion is correct. The principle of "Scalar Chain" does aim to ensure effective communication by defining the hierarchical chain of authority and communication flow within an organization.
The reason is correct and explains the assertion. By following the scalar chain, information can flow through the organization's hierarchical levels in a structured manner without distortion, ensuring that communication is clear, consistent, and reaches the appropriate levels within the organization.