List–I List–II (a) Classical management theory (i) New man (b) Human relations theory (ii) Simon (c) Neo-classical management theory (iii) Max Weber (d) Modern management theory (iv) Edgar Henry Schein (e) Decision theory (v) McGregor (vi) P. R. Lawrence
Select the most appropriate option :
This task involves matching key management theories and concepts from List I with associated figures or ideas in List II.
The established matches are:
| Theory/Concept (List I) | Associated Figure/Idea (List II) | Reasoning |
| (a) Classical management theory | (iii) Max Weber | Max Weber represents classical management theory through his influential concept of bureaucracy. |
| (b) Human relations theory | (iv) Edgar Henry Schein | While primarily known for organizational culture, Schein's work builds upon the social dynamics central to human relations theory. |
| (c) Neo-classical management theory | (v) McGregor | Douglas McGregor's Theory X/Y framework is a significant contribution to neo-classical management theory, extending human relations insights. |
| (d) Modern management theory | (vi) P. R. Lawrence | P. R. Lawrence is linked to the contingency approach, a core element of modern management theory. |
| (e) Decision theory | (ii) Simon | Herbert Simon is the principal architect of decision theory in management. |
The correct option reflects these pairings: (a)–(iii); (b)–(iv); (c)–(v); (d)–(vi); (e)–(ii).
________ argues that managers merely act as custodians of the organization and its operational activities.
| List I (Experiment) | List II (Year) |
| (a) Philadelphia textile mill experiment | (i) 1924-27 |
| (b) The Great Illumination Experiment | (ii) 1928-31 |
| (c) Special study of Human attitudes and sentiments (Interviewing Programme) | (iii) 1923 |
| (d) Bank wiring experiment | (iv) 1931-32 |