Question

Ravi was appointed in Zinc Ltd. as one of the specialists who was required to keep machines and tools etc. ready for operation by workers. Identify the role Ravi was appointed to play as a specialist for the workers.

• A. Gang Boss
• B. Repair Boss
• C. Speed Boss
• D. Disciplinarian

Hint:

Under Functional Foremanship: \[ \mathrm{Gang\ Boss} \] keeps tools, machines, and materials ready for workers.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Concept: According to F.W. Taylor's Functional Foremanship, different specialists supervise different aspects of workers' activities. A: \[ \mathrm{Gang\ Boss} \] is responsible for:
• Keeping machines ready
• Arranging tools and materials
• Preparing the workplace for operations

Step 1: Understand the duties mentioned in the question.
The specialist is responsible for: \[ \mathrm{Keeping\ machines\ and\ tools\ ready\ for\ workers} \] This duty belongs to: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{Gang\ Boss}} \]

Step 2: Analyze the remaining options.
Repair Boss Responsible for maintenance and repair of machines. \[ \Rightarrow \mathrm{Incorrect} \] Speed Boss Ensures workers maintain the proper speed of work. \[ \Rightarrow \mathrm{Incorrect} \] Disciplinarian Maintains discipline among workers. \[ \Rightarrow \mathrm{Incorrect} \]

Step 3: Identify the correct option.
Therefore, Ravi was appointed as: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{Gang\ Boss}} \] Hence, the correct answer is: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{(A)}} \]