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(ii) Democratic or Participatory Leader

Democratic or Participatory Leader– It is a type of leadership, where

the leader and the team member take a more participatory role in a

decision-making process. Each participant is given a chance and

opportunity to share and exchange ideas freely.

Advantages of Democratic Leadership:

 A democratic leader will develop action plans and makes decisions

in consultation with his subordinates.

 He will encourage them to participate in decision making.

 They also need to respect the other’s opinion and support

subordinates to perform their duties and accomplish

organizational objectives.

 They exercise more control by using forces within the group.