Question : Statement 1: Delegation involves assigning authority and responsibility to subordinates.
Statement 2: Delegation enhances employee accountability for their tasks.
Option 1: Statement 1 is true, and Statement 2 is false.
Option 2: Statement 1 is false, and Statement 2 is true.
Option 3: Both Statement 1 and Statement 2 are true.
Option 4: Both Statement 1 and Statement 2 are false.
Correct Answer: Both Statement 1 and Statement 2 are true.
Solution : The correct answer is (c) Both Statement 1 and Statement 2 are true.
Statement 1 is true. Delegation is the process of entrusting authority and responsibility to subordinates to perform specific tasks or make decisions within their defined scope.
Statement 2 is true. When authority and responsibility are delegated to employees, they become more accountable for the tasks assigned to them. Knowing they have been entrusted with authority and responsibility motivates them to complete tasks efficiently and take ownership of their work.
