Public Administration-2014: Answer Writing Challenge – 16

Answer in 250 words each:

1. “Chronologically, M.P.Follett belonged to Scientific Management Technique era (of rational economic man) but philosophically to social man era.” – Daniel Wren. Comment.

2. “Her suggestions were in advance of her times, advance of current thinking. But they are goldmine of suggestion…..establishing & maintaining human groups & their co-ordination in the conduct of an enterprise.” – Metcalf & Urwick. Comment.

3. Follet’s ideas are considered to be Utopian & idealist, but this simplicity must not be allowed to conceal the true value. Critically comment.