The practice of giving undue patronage to one's own relations is called?
A
Corruption
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
B
Nepotism
Right on! Give the BNAT exam to get a 100% scholarship for BYJUS courses
C
Cronyism
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
D
Partisanship
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
Open in App
Solution
The correct option is B Nepotism Nepotism is a prominent manifestation of corruption. Favoring someone while hiring for a job because of blood relationship is generally known as nepotism. It is a form of social injustice. This discriminatory practice takes away takes away positions and seats away from deserving employees and promising young students.