Question

Statement I: Delegation is the entrustment of responsibility and authority to another, and the creation of accountability for performance. Statement II: Irrespective of the extent of delegated authority, the manager shall still be accountable to the same extent as before delegation. Choose the correct option from the following:

• A. Statement I is true and Statement II is false.
• B. Statement II is true and Statement I is false.
• C. Both the Statements are true.
• D. Both the Statements are false.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Delegation is the act of transferring authority and responsibility, yet accountability stays with the manager. It boosts efficiency by sharing tasks without diminishing the manager's final obligation.Step 2: A core tenet of delegation is that while responsibility and authority may be shared, accountability is non-transferable, meaning the manager is ultimately answerable.Consequently, both assertions are valid.