Business Studies

Organising

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Which of the following is not a valid aspect of formal organization ?

Formal organization specifies the relationships among various job positions and the nature of their interrelations. This clarifies who has to report to whom.

Formal organization is a means to achieve the objectives specified in the plans, as it lays down rules and procedures essential for their achievement.

Independent channels of communication without a specified direction of flow of information are developed by group members in formal organisation

Efforts of various departments are coordinated, interlinked and integrated through formal organisation.

✅ Correct Option: 3

Option 1 -> Describes the hierarchical structure and reporting relationships which are fundamental characteristics of formal organization -> aspect of formal organization.

Option 2 -> Explains how formal organization establishes rules, procedures, and structure to achieve organizational goals -> aspect of formal organization.

Option 3 -> Describes independent channels of communication without specified direction - this characterizes INFORMAL organization, not formal organization which has structured, predefined communication channels -> NOT an aspect of formal organization.

Option 4 -> Highlights coordination and integration function of formal organization structure across departments -> aspect of formal organization.

Hence, Option 3 -> Independent, unspecified communication channels describe informal organization that emerges naturally from social interactions. Formal organization is characterized by clearly defined, structured communication channels with specific directions of information flow through the hierarchical chain of command -> correct

2026: 23 May Shift 2

"Informal organisation is a network of personal and social relations not established or required by the formal organisation but arising spontaneously as people associate with one another."

Who gave the above definition?

2025: 24 May Shift 1

Arrange the following steps involved in the process of organising in logical sequence

(A) The activities which are similar in nature are grouped together.

(B) Jobs are allocated to the members of each department in accordance to their skills and competencies.

(D) The work is divided into manageable activities so that duplication can be avoided.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

2025: 16 May Shift 1

What significant organizational change did Wipro make during restructuring?

2022: 28 May Shift 2

Which of the following is incorrect about elements of delegation ?

2025: 22 May Shift 1

Identify the correct sequence of the organizing process.

(A) Assignment of duties

(B) Identification and division of work

(D) Departmentalization

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2022: 16 July Shift 2

Which of the following statements is true regarding organization structure?

A. Span of management gives shape to the organization structure.

B. Organization structure of a firm can not be shown in an organization chart.

C. It does not allow coordination among human, financial and physical resources.

D. It provides a framework within which managerial and operating tasks are performed.

E. It specifies the relationship between people, work and resources.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Which of the following is not a valid aspect of formal organization ?

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