Weber developed a theory of Bureaucracy which is a model for bureaucacies all over the world. Here is an attempt to look at the theory crtitically. Read the material on Weber given in Test 3 in your notes. Weber Html, PPt, track Test 3.
Weber developed a theory of Bureaucracy which is a model for bureaucacies all over the world. Here is an attempt to look at the theory crtitically. Read the material on Weber given in Test 3 in your notes. Weber Html, PPt, track Test 3.
I. A good example of the saying that literature reflects the spirit of the times is provided by Weber. Explain.
II. Weberian theory is a result of the demand for `equality ‘ before the law, and the principled rejection of doing business, from case to case.” How does he ensure this? Comment.
III. Weber’s theory springs from his theory of domination. Comment
IV. Weberian theory can be viewed as a system of structures. Comment.
IV.Weber’s eight principles of authority determine the organization of bureaucracy. He defined bureaucracy in its most rational form. Explain.
V. Write a brief synopsis for the following question:
Weberian bureaucracy was the response to the needs of Capitalist society and it is no longer relevant.
VI. Do you agree with the view that the Weberian Theory is an instrumental system, a specifically designed system for a specific purpose?
VII. What are the advantages of Weberian Bureaucracy which is regarded the Classical theory of Bureaucracy.
VIII. Examine relevance of the Weberian theory.
IX. How far is the weberian theory followed?
X. How does Marx view Weber?
XI. What according to Marx is the chief weakness of Weberian Bureaucracy?
XII. “Bureaucracy naturally welcomes a poorly informed and hence a powerless parliament, at least in so far as its ignorance somehow agrees with the bureaucracy’s interests.” Weber. Discuss.
XIII. “Weber’s political writings were concentrated explicitly on its negative side, on what it could not achieve.” David Beecham. Explain this view. Include in your answer Weber’s response.
XIV. “Thus the very elements which conduce toward efficiency in general produce inefficiency in specific instances”. Merton. Comment.
XV. Explain the view of Presthus on the Weberian theory.
XVI. Attempt a critique of Weber from the point of Systemic rationality, Feminism and social justice