Essay on the Demerits of Scalar Principles
Demerits of Scalar Principles are given below:The scalar system has some demerits. It makes the administrative decision making a dilatory process. It adds circumlocution to the already cumbersome procedures of large-scale organizations. Image Source: pestleanalysis.com ADVERTISEMENTS: A file must pass through proper channels howsoever urgent the matter may be and howsoever ignorant intermediate officials may be about that matter. It is usually seen that the intermediate officials pass on the files to the higher officials by simply initiating the forwarding letters and with the remarks: ‘For orders please’. This results in undue delays in making decisions.However it creates superior subordinate relationship in the hierarchy. The Superior officers develop superiority complex and have the tendency to boss over the subordinates. Seckler Hudson is however of the view that”.There are dangers inherent…