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SAI INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
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Class-12
Business studies
Chapter – 7, Directing
Topics: Leadership styles
(Lesson note- 24)
Leadership Style
There are many theories of leadership behavior and styles. Research
studies have revealed certain traits and qualities which a leader might
possess. However, these are not conclusive since many people may
possess these qualities but may not be leaders. There are several bases
for classifying leadership styles.
The most popular classification of leadership styles is based on the use
of authority.
Depending on the use of authority, there are three basic styles of
leadership:
(i) Autocratic
(ii) Democratic, and
(iii) Laissez-faire
