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Explain the following principle of management.
Authority and Responsibility
Explain the principle of authority and responsibility.
Write a short note on Authority and Responsibility.
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Solution
Authority refers to the power to give commands and directions to subordinates. Herein, power is given to decide what activities are to be done and by whom. On the other hand, responsibility refers to the obligation to complete the assigned task within the stipulated time. According to this principle, managers should keep a balance between authority and responsibility.
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