Social Responsibility Of Business And Business Ethics Class 11 Notes Business Studies Chapter 6 - CBSE

Chapter : 6

What Are Social Responsibility of Business and Business Ethics ?

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    Social Responsibility

    It means obligations of the business persons towards the upliftment of the society.

    The Case For Social Responsibility

    • Self-interest
    • Public image
    • Better environment for business 
    • Avoidance of government interference
    • Resources used for moral justification
    • Social power
    • Contribution to social problems

    Social Responsibility towards different Interest Groups

    • Customers
    • Shareholders/Investors
    • Community
    • Employees
    • Government
    • Superiors and Creditors

    Environment Pollution

    Environmental pollution refers to injection of harmful substances in atmosphere.

    • Air pollution 
    • Water pollution
    • Land pollution

    Role Of Buisness In Environment Protection

    • Periodical assessment of pollution control programmes
    • Obvious commitment by top management
    • Development of clear cut policies
    • Comply the laws and regulations enacted by government
    • Participation in government programmes

    Business Ethics

    It refers to the set of moral values and standards which govern the activities of a businessman. The business ethics are much above the law because laws are forced but practised even without force also.

    Elements of Business Ethics

    • Top management commitment
    • Publication of a code
    • Establishment of compliance mechanism
    • Involving employees at all the levels
    • Measuring results

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