Question : In contrast to most other businesses, L&M Ltd operates as 190 smaller businesses, each focused on a particular product or industry. This implies a selective distribution of authority and recognises the need for autonomy among decision-makers as decision-making authority is decentralised lower in the chain of command. It enables the business to keep lines of communication open with clients and staff members and quicken talent development. Describe the philosophy L&M Ltd. is using to distribute decision-making responsibilities among the various levels of the hierarchy.

Option 1: Delegation

Option 2: Decentralisation

Option 3: Functional structure

Option 4: Formal organisational structure

Question : One way to think of the management hierarchy is as a chain of communication. The highest management makes all decisions in an organisation, therefore information moves slowly because it must pass through multiple levels. Response time is also a factor. This slows down decision-making and makes it challenging for an organisation to adjust to changing operating conditions.

Option 1: Centralised

Option 2: Decentralised

Option 3: Large

Option 4: Small

Question : Which of the following is not the merit of informal communication?

Option 1: It carries information rapidly.

Option 2: It fill gaps of formal communication.

Option 3: It facilitates control over work performance.

Option 4: All of the above.

Question : Which of the following is not the merit of formal communication?

Option 1: It ensures orderly flow of information.

Option 2: It facilitates control over the work performance of different employees.

Option 3: It provides social satisfaction and helps in achievements better human relations.

Option 4: All of the above.

Question : How does the diversity of languages in India affect its population composition?

Option 1: It leads to uniform cultural practices

Option 2: It contributes to regional identities

Option 3: It simplifies communication across states

Option 4: It decreases the importance of education