Multiple choice

Given below are four definitions given by four authors on Administration. Which one was given by Simon?

  1. Administration 'consists of all activities performed with a defined goal.'

  2. Administration consists of 'the activities of groups co-operating to accomplish common goals.'

  3. Administration is 'a process of formulation, execution, co-ordination and evaluation of institutional policy.'

  4. Administration 'refers to doing and getting things done.'
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Herbert Simon, a Nobel laureate known for his work on decision-making, defined administration as the activities of groups cooperating to accomplish common goals. This definition emphasizes the behavioral and cooperative nature of organizational life. Other definitions focus more on policy execution or goal-setting in a general sense.

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