Methods for Selection of a Local Leader
The method of selection of a local leader includes:
- All the above (Sociometric, Discussion, Election) — Correct Answer
- Sociometric method only
- Discussion method only
- Election method only
Explanation:
Correct Answer: All the above
All three methods are used for selection of local leaders in extension: Sociometric method, Discussion method, and Election method.
Comparison of Leader Selection Methods
- Sociometric method: Best/most scientific; quantitative; uses sociograms to map social relationships; identifies the most socially connected individual
- Discussion method: Group debate and consensus; more participatory but subjective
- Election method: Democratic voting; common but may favor popular rather than most effective leaders
Types of Local Leaders
- Early adopters are often the natural local leaders — they are 'respectable' and serve as community adoption leaders (13.5% of population)
- Early majority are 'deliberate' local adoption leaders (34%)
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