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Kautilya was the Prime Minister of Chandragupta Maurya. Chandragupta found the Mauryan Empire with his help. Arthashastra was written by him. It is the most important source for writing the history of the Mauryas and is divided into 15 adhikarnas or sections and 180 Prakaranas or subdivisions. It has about 6,000 slokas. The book was … Read more
Hierarchy The literal meaning of hierarchy is the rule of control of the higher over the lower. Hierarchy means a graded organisation of several successive levels in which one of the lower level is immediately subordinate to the next higher one and through it to the other higher steps right up to the top. The … Read more
Organizing is the process of identification and grouping of activities, assigning duties and delegating authority to the managers, allocating necessary Resources and establishing coordination among individuals and department of an organization with a view to attain its objectives. PROCESS OF ORGANIZING : The process of organising consists of the following steps – … Read more
Delegation The active process of entrustment of a part of work or responsibility and authority to another and the creation of accountability for performance is known as delegation. Thus, there are three Elements of delegation as follows- Assignment of Responsibility: This is also known as entrustment of duties. Duties can be divided into two parts: … Read more
Issues and Challenges Pertaining to the Federal Structure: A Global Perspective Federalism, a system of government where power is divided between a central authority and regional units, has been adopted by numerous countries across the globe. While offering potential benefits like decentralization, representation, and adaptability, federal structures also face inherent challenges that can impact their … Read more
The Shadow Side of Democracy: Demerits of the Parliamentary System The parliamentary system, a cornerstone of democratic governance in many nations, is often lauded for its responsiveness, flexibility, and accountability. However, like any political system, it is not without its flaws. This article delves into the often overlooked demerits of the parliamentary system, exploring its … Read more
Organizing is the process of identification and grouping of activities, assigning duties and delegating authority to the managers, allocating necessary Resources and establishing coordination among individuals and department of an organization with a view to attain its objectives. PROCESS OF ORGANIZING : The process of organising consists of the following steps … Read more
Public Administration is a sub-division of the broader concept of administration. Administration means ‘to serve’, or ‘to manage affairs’. In this sense, administration means management of the affairs of an organization. And Public administration means management of Governmental affairs and activities. Thus, Public administration is primarily concerned with the implementation of Governmental policies. History of … Read more