Political Science · Comparative Political Analysis
According to Weber, the bureaucracy is:
AA disciplined hierarchy in which civil servants are subject to the authority of their superior ✓ Correct
BA loose network in which work is negotiated through business-style contracts
CThe personal office of the head of state
DA device for distributing patronage and the spoils of office
Correct answer: (A) A disciplined hierarchy in which civil servants are subject to the authority of their superior — For Weber bureaucracy is a disciplined hierarchy under superior authority, so the answer is that option.
Explanation
★For Weber bureaucracy is a disciplined hierarchy under superior authority, so the answer is that option.
★Weber gave the classic ideal type of bureaucracy.
★It is organised as a clear hierarchy of offices.
★Each official obeys the authority of those above him.
★Work follows fixed rules, written records and defined jurisdictions.
★Officials are appointed for expertise and serve impersonally.
★So Weber's bureaucracy is a rule-bound, hierarchical structure.
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