why politics happen? 9 Reason Behind the politics in organization. 

What is politics in an organization? 

Politics has become a part of an organization there is no organization which is free from politics. Politics shows the way that the people use to gain use power in an organization. Power and politics have very close relationship hence it is called power politics there are more definition about politics which help to understand the politics meaning in an organization. 

According to Mr. farewell and Peterson
Politics in an organization refers to the activities that are not regarded as part of Once formal rule in the organization for that influence and attempt to influence the distribution of advantages and disadvantages within the organization. 

According to Mr Tushman
Politics refers to the structure and process of the use of authority and power to affect definition of goals direction and the other major perimeters of the organization. 

The organization where there is politics decisions are not made in a rational ways but rather through compromise accommodation and bargaining. 

What are the cause of politics in an organization. 
Organization are known to good discipline and for rational behaviour there are person in the organization who are well educated discipline and affable but still makes dirty politics there are some reasons which create the politics in an Organization. The route cause of politics or political behaviour on the part of organization members in opposition. Thus we can say "no opposition no politics"

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According to the research of experts following points and courage political behaviour in the  organization - 


  1. Blurred goals and roles. 
  2. Greed for power. 
  3. Exclusive authority. 
  4. Personal Incompetence. 
  5. Scars resources. 
  6. Organizational change. 
  7. Organizational culture. 
  8. Individual differences and aspirations. 
  9. Mental factors. 

1.Blurred goals and roles - When roles and goals within an organization are unclear or ambiguous, it creates a fertile ground for political maneuvering. In such situations, individuals may engage in political behaviors to shape the interpretation of roles and goals in ways that favor their interests.

2.Greed for power - Organizational politics often arise due to the unequal distribution of power among individuals or groups. Power can be derived from various sources, such as formal authority, expertise, control over resources, or personal relationships. Those who possess power may engage in political behavior to maintain or enhance their position. 

3. Exclusive authority - When decision-making authority is concentrated in the hands of a few individuals or a select group, it creates a power imbalance that can fuel political behavior.

4.Personal Incompetence - organization is the structure having many layer from top to bottom. Each one want to climb the ladder of higher label in the organization. Everyone want to promote himself in the organization to achieve higher post, power and authority. Some works on their skills and work performance and they gets achieve high level but some who enable to scale themselves but they want to climb the ladder of high level position they try to pull legs of other who are climbing with hard work this is called politics in an organization. 

5.Scars resources - Limited resources, such as funding, promotions, recognition, or opportunities for advancement, can fuel political behavior. When resources are scarce, individuals or groups may engage in political tactics to secure a larger share for themselves or to undermine others' chances of obtaining those resources.

6.Organisational change - During periods of significant change in the organization, such as restructuring, mergers, or leadership transitions, the uncertainty and disruption can trigger political behavior. People may form alliances, compete for influence, and engage in tactics to protect their positions or secure advantages in the new organizational landscape.

7.Organisational culture- The culture of an organization can shape the prevalence and acceptance of political behavior. In some organizations, politics may be actively encouraged or rewarded, leading to a highly political environment. In contrast, other organizations may have a culture that discourages or explicitly condemns political behavior.

8.Individual differences and aspirations - Individual differences in personalities, values, and aspirations can contribute to political behavior. Some individuals may be more inclined to engage in politics due to their personal characteristics, such as a high need for power or a strong desire for recognition and advancement.

9. Mental Factors - mental factors are one of the region which creates politic behaviour in an organization.