Authority

Ø     In simple word, authority is the right to make decision and use resources. It is the right to command and give order. It is the right to influence the action of subordinates, those who are at top position; they will have more authority than those who are at lower position. Authority basically rests on position. Authority is required to discharge responsibility successfully; therefore every employee in organization must have sufficient authority.

                                  According to Stephen Robbins, “Authority is the right to act or command others to act,     towards the achievement of organizational goal.”