Multiple choice

Consider the following statements:

  1. Defects in co-ordination inherent in large-organizations may apply to an organization whether the organization is bureaucratic or not.
  2. Chester Barnard criticized Weber for falling to analyse the correspondence of behaviour in organizations with organizational blueprints. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. Only 1

  2. Only 2

  3. Both 1 and 2

  4. Neither 1 nor 2

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C Correct answer
Explanation

Large organizations inherently suffer coordination problems due to complexity, communication gaps, and divided responsibilities - this applies regardless of bureaucratic structure. Chester Barnard, in 'Functions of the Executive', criticized Weber's ideal bureaucratic model for ignoring how organizations actually behave versus their formal designs. Barnard emphasized informal organization and the gap between blueprints and behavior.