Answer: (iii) Increasing efficiency (Closest among given options)

Justification & Note:

• Textbook purpose of recruitment is: To attract a large pool of qualified candidates, fill vacancies with the right person at the right time, and ensure organizational continuity and efficiency.
• Strictly, none of the options perfectly states this ideal answer. Among the choices:
  • (i) Value creation - vague
  • (ii) Reducing cost - indirect benefit
  • (iii) Increasing efficiency - most acceptable because right recruitment leads to right talent → higher productivity and efficiency
  • (iv) Ensuring discipline - function of disciplinary control, not recruitment

Exam Note: If asked descriptively, write: Purpose is to attract, stimulate and encourage suitable candidates to apply and to build a talent reserve. Choose (iii) as the nearest objective for MCQ.

Ideal textbook list: Attract talent, meet HRP needs, create competition, support selection, enhance organizational image.