Question
Which one of the following is not one of the styles of leadership given by Likert ?
The correct answer is
Cooperative authoritative
Likert's Leadership Styles Framework
Rensis Likert developed a framework outlining four distinct systems or styles of leadership and management:
- System 1: Exploitative Authoritative - Autocratic, relies on threats and fear.
- System 2: Benevolent Authoritative - Paternalistic, uses rewards, still largely autocratic.
- System 3: Consultative - Manager makes decisions after consulting subordinates.
- System 4: Participative (or Group) Management - High trust, group decision-making and problem-solving.
Analyzing the Options
The question asks to identify the style NOT proposed by Likert:
- Exploitative authoritative is Likert's System 1.
- Benevolent authoritative is Likert's System 2.
- Participative is Likert's System 4.
- Cooperative authoritative does not align directly with any of Likert's four defined systems. It seems to combine aspects of authoritative styles (Systems 1 & 2) with cooperation, but it is not one of the distinct styles presented by Likert.
Conclusion
Based on Likert's established framework, Cooperative authoritative is not one of the recognized leadership styles.
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List - I
(Leadership style)List - II
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