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CULTURAL DIVERSITY : CHALLENGES FACED BY AN H.R. W.R.T. INDIAN CONTEXT
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Author(s):
APARAJITA SINGH, DR. SNEH. P. DANIEL
Vol - 7, Issue- 11 ,
Page(s) : 250 - 258
(2016 )
DOI : https://doi.org/10.32804/IRJMST
Abstract
The following paper aims at providing an insight to the readers about what is cultural diversity, what are the challenges an H.R Manager faces while dealing with the work force diversity in the organization and how despite of these challenges work force diversity is important for the organization in the present scenario(supported with relevant literature review on all the three points). The paper highlights the Indian scenario of work force diversity i.e how far we have come along with the issue and how well have we accepted it along with the suggestions on how to improve the current situation. The concluding part deals with what steps should be taken by the H.R Manager to deal with the challenges faced and promote cultural diversity along with smooth and effective functioning of the organization.
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