How is decentralisation different from delegation? Explain any two points of difference.

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| Basis | Delegation | Decentralisation |
|---|---|---|
| Scope | Between one superior and one immediate subordinate | Systematic, throughout the whole organisation, to every level |
| Nature | A routine, day-to-day process, necessary for the organisation to function at all | A deliberate policy decision by top management about the extent of authority generally pushed downward |
| Freedom of action | The subordinate's freedom is limited to the specific task delegated | Considerably wider freedom of action at lower levels, since decentralisation applies to an entire class of decisions, not one task |
| Necessity | Essential — an organisation of more than one manager cannot function without at least some delegation | Optional — a highly centralised organisation can function, just with slower decision-making concentrated at the top | …

Q.How is decentralisation different from delegation? Explain any two points of difference.

Concept understanding — Delegation and Decentralisation

Basis	Delegation	Decentralisation
Scope	Between one superior and one immediate subordinate	Systematic, throughout the whole organisation, to every level
Nature	A routine, day-to-day process, necessary for the organisation to function at all	A deliberate policy decision by top management about the extent of authority generally pushed downward
Freedom of action	The subordinate's freedom is limited to the specific task delegated	Considerably wider freedom of action at lower levels, since decentralisation applies to an entire class of decisions, not one task
Necessity	Essential — an organisation of more than one manager cannot function without at least some delegation	Optional — a highly centralised organisation can function, just with slower decision-making concentrated at the top

Q.How is decentralisation different from delegation? Explain any two points of difference.

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