Explain Critical Evaluation of Maslow's Need Hierarchy Theory.
Critical Evaluation of Maslow's Need Hierarchy Theory
As the hierarchy theory is the first formal study in motivation, it has made valuable contribution in the field of motivation. But, there are number of comments made by various researchers. Some of the critical comments are listed below:
- The needs may or may not follow a definite hierarchical order. So, to say, there may be overlapping in need in hierarchical order. But Maslow's basic assumption is that at a time only one level of needs emerges.
- The need priority model may not be equally applicable at all times in all the organization and places. Socio-economic, geo-political, culture and family structure, etc. are the factors which may differ the need priority. This is neglected by Maslow.
- Behavior of the employees at different times may be guided by multiple factors. Hence, Maslow's proposition that one level of needs is satisfied at one time may also be doubtfully valid.
- In few people, the level of motivation may be permanently lower or few people always get motivation with basic factors only. For instance, a person suffering from chronic unemployment may remain satisfied for the rest of his life if he gets enough food. In such a situation, motivation may be complex if we completely follow this theory.
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