Multiple choice general knowledge

Which leadership guru coined the term 'transformational leadership'?

  1. Pradep Sindhu

  2. Phillip Kotler

  3. Samuel A Dipiazza

  4. James MacGregor Burns
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Explanation

James MacGregor Burns introduced the concept of transformational leadership in his 1978 book 'Leadership.' He distinguished between transformational leaders who inspire followers to achieve extraordinary outcomes and vision, versus transactional leaders who focus on exchanging rewards for performance. This framework has become fundamental in leadership studies, organizational behavior, and management education.

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