Question

Which of the following principles are related to scientific management?
• [(A)] Science not Rule of Thumb
• [(B)] Development of Each and Every Person to His or Her Greatest Efficiency and Prosperity
• [(C)] Unity of Command
• [(D)] Cooperation, Not Individualism Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• A. (A), (B) and (D) only
• B. (A), (B) and (C) only
• C. (A), (B), (C) and (D)
• D. (B), (C) and (D) only

Hint:

Taylor's Scientific Management principles include: \[ \mathrm{Science,\ Cooperation,\ Harmony,\ Development} \]

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Understanding the Concept:
Scientific management was introduced by F.W. Taylor. It consists of four main principles. All other general principles belong to Henri Fayol.
Step 2: Detailed Explanation:
Let's evaluate each statement:
1. (A) Science not Rule of Thumb: This is Taylor's principle. (Correct)
2. (B) Development of Each and Every Person...: This is Taylor's principle. (Correct)
3. (C) Unity of Command: This is one of Fayol's 14 principles of general management. (Incorrect)
4. (D) Cooperation, Not Individualism: This is Taylor's principle. (Correct)
Therefore, only A, B, and D are related to Scientific Management.
Step 3: Final Answer:
The correct combination is (A), (B) and (D) only.