What is another name for Autocratic style of leadership?

• A. Authoritarian
• B. Democratic
• C. Laissez-Faire
• D. Participative

Answer: (A)

Autocratic leadership is a centralized, directive approach where the leader makes most or all decisions and expects compliance with little input from others. The term that best matches this style is authoritarian, which is essentially another label for the same way of leading—clear, top-down control with the leader driving the choices.

In practice, this naming is used interchangeably because both describe the same pattern of decision-making and authority. Other options reflect different styles: democratic or participative involves group input and shared decision-making, while laissez-faire is hands-off and allows team members substantial autonomy. These do not fit autocratic leadership as closely, since they emphasize collaboration or minimal direction rather than centralized control.