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Statement I: Systems concepts are said to be abstract and vague.
Statement II: Too many sub-systems and interdependence among them make the task of manager very easy.
In the light of the above two statements choose the appropriate answer from the options given below:

The correct answer is
Both Statement I and Statement II are False.

Statement I Analysis: Systems Concepts Abstraction

Statement I claims that systems concepts are abstract and vague. While it's true that systems concepts are abstract – meaning they deal with general principles and models rather than concrete specifics – they are not necessarily vague. Systems concepts provide a structured framework, like input-process-output models, to understand how different parts of an organization (or any system) work together. They help visualize relationships, boundaries, feedback loops, and the environment. The abstraction serves as a tool to simplify complex realities, offering clarity on how components interact and influence the whole, rather than creating confusion or vagueness.

Statement II Analysis: Sub-systems and Managerial Ease

Statement II asserts that having too many sub-systems with high interdependence makes a manager's task very easy. This statement is incorrect. In reality, a high degree of interdependence among numerous sub-systems significantly increases organizational complexity. When parts are highly interconnected, a change in one sub-system can have ripple effects across many others. This necessitates careful coordination, integration of efforts, constant monitoring, and effective communication. Managers must navigate these complexities to ensure the entire system functions effectively. Therefore, managing numerous, interdependent sub-systems makes the task considerably more challenging and demanding, not easier.

Conclusion on Statements

Based on the analysis:

  • Statement I is considered False because while systems concepts are abstract, they function as clarifying frameworks rather than being inherently vague.
  • Statement II is considered False because managing many interdependent sub-systems increases complexity and difficulty for a manager.

Therefore, both Statement I and Statement II are False.

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Important Questions from Job Description & Job Specification - Teaching

  1. Given below are two statements:
    Statement (I): Industrial Dispute means any dispute which is connected with the employment or non-employment or the terms of employment
    Statement (II): An individual dispute between an employer and one of his workmen is by itself an Industrial Dispute
    In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
  2. The functions and the role of __________ comprise prevention and settlement of industrial disputes in industries (in central sphere) as per the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947
  3. Match List I with List II
    List-1
    Offences
    List -II
    Penalties
    (a) An employer who lays off or retrenches workmen without prior permission from the statutory authorities(I) Imprisonment up to 1 year or fine up to Rs. 5,000 or both in case of continuing of fence, a further fine of up to Rs. 2000 per day
    (b) Non-compliance of an order to re-open a closed undertaking(ii) Imprisonment up to 1 month or fine up to Rs. 1000 or both
    (c) Any person committing unfair labour practice(iii) Imprisonment up to 1 month or fine up to Rs. 50 or both
    (d) Any workman participating in or acting in furtherance of an Illegal strike(iv) Imprisonment up to 6 months or fine up to Rs. 1000 or both

    Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
  4. Given below are two statements :
    Statement (I): Every Industrial Establishment employing 15 workmen shall have one or more Grievance Redressal Committee for the resolution of disputes arising out of individual grievances
    Statement(II): The Grievance Redressal Committee shall consist of equal number of members from the employer and the workmen
    In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :
  5. Given below are two statements :
    Statement (I): The act of misconduct on the basis of which punishment is given must be one enumerated in the standing orders
    Statement(II):Punishment for an act which is mentioned in the standing orders is illegal
    In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :
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