Three Views On Bureaucracy.
As regards bureaucracy there are mainly three strands of thoughts or views. 1.First. One view holds that functionality of bureaucracy on the basis of laws,rules and regulations is its USP. It recognises neither charisma nor tradition. Rules and regulations is everything for the supporters of this view. This group is led by Max Weber who stressed indispensibilty of bureaucracy in modern society. Notwithstanding how big or small a decision may be; it is supposed to be taken solely on the basis of what rules and regulations (framed by the legitimate Power) say in respect of that. In other words, the subscribers of this view supposes bureaucracy value neutral and impartial to say the least. To them rules and regulations are the Guide- in- Chief. Implementation of/obeying any order in defiance of rules and regulations with a view to gain undue favour or avert displeasure of Boss or political masters proves painful subsequently and very often permanently. 2. Second. The second view adv...