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Ans. Group think is a consequence of extreme cohesiveness. So the members never criticise the leader and try to defend him. Group think is the name given to the tendency for certain types of group to reach decisions that are extreme and which tend to be unwise or unrealistic. Group-members may ignore or discount information that is inconsistent with their chosen decision and express strong disapproval against any group-member who might disagree. The eventual decisions are taken without criticism. The social and political consequences of group think may be far-reaching, and history has many examples of major blunders that have been the results of decisions reached in this way. Following steps can be taken to reduce it: Encouraging and rewarding critical thinking, e.g., Best criticism award. Encouraging groups to present alternative courses of action. Making outside expert to evaluate group decisions.
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