20 Questions
According to Leonard D. White in his book, what did he mention about administration?
It is an art that has the potential to be transformed into a science
Which of the following variables was NOT presented by Max Weber in relation to bureaucracy?
Client-centeredness
When did the concept of Development Administration originate?
1950s to 1960s
What did Woodrow Wilson emphasize the need for in public administration based on his essay?
To differentiate politics from administration
What common sense does the text point out starting in ancient and classical public administration?
The importance of client-oriented public administration
What does the concept of public administration during the Traditional/Classical Public Administration stage focus on?
Institutionalizing administrative capacity for collective purposes
According to Caiden (1982), what is a common action in all societies in relation to public administration?
Organizing people to advance public welfare
What idea is presented by the works of history like the Code of Hammurabi and Confucianism regarding public administration?
Public administration serving the interests of the public
What was the primary focus of the household officials in monarchical Europe as mentioned in the text?
Administration of justice, finance, and training of armies
What is the main difference between 'administration for the public' and 'administration of the public' as highlighted in the text?
'Administration for the public' focuses on collective welfare, while 'administration of the public' centers around personal interests.
The concept of Development Administration originated in the 18th century.
False
Development Administration primarily focuses on the development of first world countries.
False
The concept of public administration during the Traditional/Classical Public Administration stage was complex and involved advanced applications.
False
Woodrow Wilson's essay 'The Study of Public Administration' emphasized the amalgamation of politics and administration.
False
The institutionalization of administrative capacity for collective purposes was a key aspect in the evolution of public administration according to historical texts.
True
Max Weber's variables in bureaucracy include hierarchy, division of labor, informality, and partiality.
False
Leonard D. White mentioned in his book that public administration has already transformed into a science.
False
Confucianism and the Code of Hammurabi both highlighted the importance of 'administration of the public' rather than 'administration for the public'.
False
According to Caiden (1982), all societies share the common action of organizing people for advancing specific personal interests.
False
Public administration in monarchical Europe focused solely on personal services and neglected public affairs.
False
Explore the history of Classical Public Administration, where the concept was first introduced and applied in its simplest form. Learn about the theories and practices from great civilizations such as China, India, Egypt, Greece, Rome, and Mesopotamia.
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