Question

When we refer to the theory of Motivation postulated by Maslow wherein he talked about the “Hierarchy of needs”. In the Hierarchical order of needs what comes after the Physiological needs?

• A. Affiliation or acceptance needs
• B. Esteem needs
• C. Safety needs
• D. Self actualisation need

Hint:

Maslow order: Physiological → Safety → Love → Esteem → Self-actualization

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Concept:
Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs is a motivational theory that arranges human needs in a pyramid from basic to advanced levels. The hierarchy is as follows (from lowest to highest):
• Physiological needs
• Safety needs
• Love/Belonging (affiliation)
• Esteem needs
• Self-actualization

Step 1: Understanding physiological needs.
These are basic survival needs:
• Food
• Water
• Air
• Shelter

Step 2: Next level in hierarchy.
Once physiological needs are fulfilled, the next priority is:
• Security
• Protection
• Stability These are collectively called Safety needs.

Step 3: Evaluating options.

• Affiliation → comes after safety
• Esteem → higher level
• Safety → immediate next (correct)
• Self-actualization → highest level

Step 4: Conclusion.
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