Question 1

Which among the following agency directly carry out the function of accomplishing the substantive objectives of the organization?
A)chief executive
B)staff
C)line
D)auxiliary

Accepted Answer

Line agencies are directly responsible for accomplishing the primary goals of an organization. They perform the tasks that fulfill the organization's core functions and objectives.

Question 2

Which among the following agency performs secondary or supportive functions?
A)line
B)auxiliary
C)chief executive
D)staff

Accepted Answer

Staff agencies perform secondary or supportive functions.

Question 3

Which among the following agency provide common housekeeping services to the line agencies?
A)chief executive
B)staff
C)auxiliary agencies
D)all the above

Accepted Answer

Auxiliary agencies are specialized organizations that provide support and services, such as housekeeping, to the main or line agencies to ensure their smooth operation.

Question 4

Who is the father of "Human Relations Theory"?
A)elton mayo
B)woodrow wilson
C)max weber
D)luther gulick

Accepted Answer

Elton Mayo is considered the father of the Human Relations Theory, primarily due to his involvement in the Hawthorne Studies, which emphasized the importance of social relations in the workplace.

Question 5

The Hawthorne studies relates with -------------
A)human relations school
B)bureaucratic theory
C)scientific management theory
D)all the above

Accepted Answer

The answer of The Hawthorne studies relates with -------------
A)human relations...

Question 6

The Hawthorne experiments gave rise to new thinking called:
A)scientific management
B)human relations approach
C)systems approach
D)contingency approach

Accepted Answer

The answer of The Hawthorne experiments gave rise to new...

Question 7

Bank wiring experiment relates with-------
A)bureaucratic theory
B)hawthorne studies
C)systems theory
D)scientific management theory

Accepted Answer

The Bank Wiring Experiment is part of the Hawthorne Studies, which were conducted to understand the effects of various conditions (such as lighting and rest breaks) on workers' productivity.

Question 8

Which are the elements of the Human Relations Theory of Organization
A)the individual
B)informal organization
C)participative management
D)all the above

Accepted Answer

The Human Relations Theory of Organization emphasizes the importance of the individual, the existence and impact of informal organization structures, and the value of participative management. These elements are considered crucial for understanding and improving organizational dynamics.

Question 9

The term " bureaucracy " was first coined by --------
A)karl marx
B)vincent de gourney
C)robert michels
D)all the above

Accepted Answer

The term "bureaucracy" was first coined by Vincent de Gournay, a French economist and administrator in the 18th century.

Question 10

Select the types of authority given by Max Weber
A)traditional authority
B)charismatic authority
C)legal- rational authority
D)all the above

Accepted Answer

Max Weber identified three types of authority: traditional authority, charismatic authority, and legal-rational authority, which are all included in the options provided.

Question 11

Who propounded the scientific management theory?
A)elton mayo
B)max weber
C)f w taylor
D)none of the above

Accepted Answer

Frederick W. Taylor is known as the father of scientific management theory, which he developed to improve industrial efficiency.

Question 12

Who is the father of scientific management theory?
A)f.w taylor
B)woodrow wilson
C)mary parker follet
D)max weber

Accepted Answer

F.W. Taylor is recognized as the father of scientific management theory, which emphasizes efficiency and systematic planning of work to increase productivity.

Question 13

Select the characteristics of Scientific management theory
A)science
B)harmony
C)co-operation
D)all the above

Accepted Answer

Scientific management theory, developed by Frederick Taylor, emphasizes the application of scientific methods to analyze work and to determine how to complete tasks efficiently. It includes principles such as developing a science for each element of an individual's work, creating harmony and cooperation between workers and management, and ensuring that work is planned scientifically. Therefore, all the options listed are characteristics of scientific management theory.

Question 14

Functional foremanship is associated with
A)human relations school
B)scientific management theory
C)bureaucratic theory
D)the decision-making approach

Accepted Answer

Functional foremanship is a concept developed under the scientific management theory by Frederick W. Taylor. It involves having multiple supervisors, each with expertise in different areas, to oversee and improve the work of employees.

Question 15

Purpose of time study is
A)to determine fair day's work
B)to remove wastage of time
C)to make workers punctual
D)to give timely assistance

Accepted Answer

The answer of Purpose of time study is
A)to determine fair...

Question 16

The purpose of motion study is
A)to determine the movement of machines
B)to find out the one best way to do as a work
C)to eliminate equipment that obstructs movement
D)none of these

Accepted Answer

The purpose of motion study is to find out the one best way to perform a task by analyzing the movements involved in it, with the goal of improving efficiency and productivity.

Question 17

Scientific management refers to
A)application of scientific methods to managerial practices
B)observation and analysis of each task
C)selecting and training men to perform their jobs
D)all the above

Accepted Answer

Scientific management involves the application of scientific methods to managerial practices, observation and analysis of each task to improve efficiency, and selecting and training individuals to perform their jobs effectively, encompassing all the options listed.

Question 18

Politics administration dichotomy was the theme of
A)first phase of evolution
B)second phase of evolution
C)third phase of evolution
D)fourth phase of evolution

Accepted Answer

The politics-administration dichotomy was the theme of the first phase of evolution in the field of public administration, which emphasized the distinction between political and administrative processes.

Question 19

Select the characteristics of bureaucracy
A)hierarchy
B)professional qualities and career aspects
C)legal authority and power
D)all the above

Accepted Answer

Bureaucracy is characterized by a hierarchical structure, emphasis on professional qualities and career aspects for its members, and operates under a system of legal authority and power. These elements are designed to ensure efficiency, predictability, and rationality in the management of organizations and public administration.

Question 20

The Minnowbrook Conference was held under the patronage of
A)dwight waldo
B)elton mayo
C)max weber
D)none of the above

Accepted Answer

The Minnowbrook Conference was organized under the patronage of Dwight Waldo, a prominent figure in public administration.

Quiz 2: Agency Functions, Theories and Principles in Public Administration

Which among the following agency directly carry out the function of accomplishing the substantive objectives of the organization?

Which among the following agency performs secondary or supportive functions?

Which among the following agency provide common housekeeping services to the line agencies?

Who is the father of "Human Relations Theory"?

The Hawthorne studies relates with -------------

The Hawthorne experiments gave rise to new thinking called:

Bank wiring experiment relates with-------

Which are the elements of the Human Relations Theory of Organization

The term " bureaucracy " was first coined by --------

Select the types of authority given by Max Weber

Who propounded the scientific management theory?

Who is the father of scientific management theory?

Select the characteristics of Scientific management theory

Functional foremanship is associated with

Purpose of time study is

The purpose of motion study is

Scientific management refers to

Politics administration dichotomy was the theme of

Select the characteristics of bureaucracy

The Minnowbrook Conference was held under the patronage of