Question

Match the features of planning in List I with their descriptions in List II

List I	List II
A. Planning is Pervasive	I. It is required at all levels of management and in all departments of the organisation.
B. Planning is Continuous	II. It involves looking ahead and preparing for future events to the best advantage of an organisation.
C. Planning is a Primary Function	III. It lays down the base for other managerial functions.
D. Planning is Futuristic	IV. Plans are prepared for a specific period, and at the end of that period, new plans are drawn based on new requirements and future conditions.

• A. A-II, B-IV, C-I, D-III
• B. A-I, B-IV, C-III, D-II
• C. A-I, B-II, C-III, D-IV
• D. A-IV, B-III, C-II, D-I

Hint:

Pervasive = Planning at all levels; Continuous = Always updating; Primary = Basis for all functions; Futuristic = Looking ahead.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

To solve the problem, we need to match each feature of planning in List I with its correct description in List II.

1. Understanding the Concepts:

- Planning is Pervasive: Planning is needed at all levels and departments.
- Planning is Continuous: Planning is an ongoing process adapting to changing conditions.
- Planning is a Primary Function: Planning forms the foundation for all other management functions.
- Planning is Futuristic: Planning focuses on anticipating and preparing for future events.

2. Matching the items:

List I (Features of Planning)	List II (Descriptions)
A. Planning is Pervasive	I. It is required at all levels of management and in all departments of the organisation.
B. Planning is Continuous	IV. Plans are prepared for a specific period, and at the end of that period, new plans are drawn based on new requirements and future conditions.
C. Planning is a Primary Function	III. It lays down the base for other managerial functions.
D. Planning is Futuristic	II. It involves looking ahead and preparing for future events to the best advantage of an organisation.

Final Answer:

The correct matching is:
A - I,
B - IV,
C - III,
D - II.