Distinguish between Autocratic and Democratic style of nbsp-leadership- nbsp-

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Standard IX

Civics

The Union Parliament

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Distinguish between Autocratic and Democratic style of leadership??

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BASIS FOR COMPARISON AUTOCRATIC LEADERSHIP DEMOCRATIC LEADERSHIP

Meaning Autocratic leadership is one wherein a line of demarcation exist between the leader and his followers and all the decisions are taken by leader solely. Democratic leadership alludes to a type of leadership in which the leader shares decision making power and other responsibilities with the group members.

Authority Centralized Decentralized

Behaviour orientation Task Oriented Relation Oriented

Autonomy Less High

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BASIS FOR COMPARISON	AUTOCRATIC LEADERSHIP	DEMOCRATIC LEADERSHIP
Meaning	Autocratic leadership is one wherein a line of demarcation exist between the leader and his followers and all the decisions are taken by leader solely.	Democratic leadership alludes to a type of leadership in which the leader shares decision making power and other responsibilities with the group members.
Authority	Centralized	Decentralized
Behaviour orientation	Task Oriented	Relation Oriented

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