Discuss the elements of delegation.


The elements of delegation are as follows:-

Authority- Authority refers to the right of a person to command his subordinates and take action within his scope of position. It also refers to take a decision inherent in his position and tell people what to do and expect them to do it.


Responsibility- It is the obligation of a subordinate to perform the assigned job given to him effectively. The subordinate is always bound to perform the duties assigned by the superior. He is always responsible to his superior.


Accountability- It implies being answerable to the final outcome. A subordinate is always accountable to his superior.


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