Why is balance between rights and responsibilities necessary at the workplace?

Correct answer: So that work remains fair and effective

The direct answer is option A: balancing rights and responsibilities helps work remain fair and effective. Rights protect workers, for example through fair treatment, safe conditions, proper payment and a voice in relevant matters. Responsibilities require workers to perform duties honestly, follow reasonable rules and respect others. The reasoning is: rights without responsibility may reduce accountability; responsibility without rights may permit unfair treatment; keeping both together supports trust, cooperation, productivity and justice. Option A is correct because it captures both fairness and effective functioning. Option B is wrong because balance does not remove the need for rules; clear rules are often necessary. Option C is wrong because responsibility cannot fairly remain only with the employer. Option D is wrong because a healthy workplace should respect, not silence, workers' voices. Exam cue: workplace balance means fair rights plus responsible conduct.