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Public Administration: Role of Bureaucracy

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Public Administration: Role of Bureaucracy

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What is the primary focus of public administration?

The role of elected officials in government

The study of government policies

The management of private sector organizations

The examination of how government agencies and bureaucracies operate (correct)

What is the role of bureaucrats in government?

To advise elected officials and administer complex government functions (correct)

To make policy decisions

To provide public services directly

To oversee the implementation of policies

What is a key benefit of bureaucratic organizations in government?

They provide a platform for elected officials to make arbitrary decisions

They focus solely on providing public services

They ensure stability and consistency in government operations (correct)

They enable rapid changes in government policies

What is the primary purpose of record-keeping in bureaucratic organizations?

To ensure accountability and institutional memory Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of bureaucratic decision-making?

It is made based on established rules and procedures Signup and view all the answers

What is the principle of hierarchy in bureaucratic organizations?

Higher-level officials oversee lower-level staff Signup and view all the answers

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Public Administration

Study of government agencies and bureaucracies, examining structures, processes, and challenges in delivering public services.

The Role of Bureaucracy in Government

Bureaucratic agencies implement policies by translating them into actionable programs and services.
Bureaucrats provide expertise to elected officials and administer complex government functions.
Bureaucracies ensure continuity and stability in government operations, maintaining consistency despite changes in political leadership.

Principles of Bureaucratic Organization

Hierarchy: clear lines of authority and responsibility, with higher-level officials overseeing lower-level staff.
Specialization: employees are assigned specific roles and tasks based on their expertise and skills.
Impersonality: bureaucratic decisions are made based on established rules and procedures, not personal relationships.
Record-Keeping: extensive documentation and record-keeping ensure accountability and institutional memory.

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This quiz covers the study of public administration, including the role of bureaucracy in government, implementing policies, and providing expertise. It examines the structures, processes, and challenges in managing public services.