Seema is the HR manager in a reputed family-owned firm. There is an opening for a sales executive for handling high-value business accounts for the company. Seema has been working on this position and has conducted multiple shortlisting rounds. She has finalized 3 candidates who are suitable and fulfill every possible criterion required for the job. However, before the final round is conducted, she receives a note from the son of the owner who is the director in the company asking her to issue the appointment letter for a person named Sonia. After seeing her profile Seems realized that Sonia not only lacks relevant experience, she also has a poor academic record.
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2.1. What according to you should be Seema's decision? - 2 marks
2.2. How should Seems handle the situation so that there is no conflict? - 2 marks