Organizing

Question

Distinguish between Delegation of Authority and Decentralisation.

Answer

 

Basis Delegation of Authority Decentralisation
Meaning Sharing of the task with the subordinate and granting authority in a prescribed limit by the superior is Delegation. The systematic delegation to the lowest level of management is called
decentralization.
Nature It becomes compulsory in all the organizations as the complete task cannot be performed by the superior. It becomes compulsory in the large organizations.
Freedom in action Less freedom to the subordinate, final authority lies with delegator. More freedom given to the subordinate.
Purpose Its purpose is reduction of workload of the officer. The purpose is expansion of the authority in the organization.

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