Which independent assessment evaluates how an organization’s actions affect society, including environmental impact and staff management?

• A. Environmental audit
• B. Financial audit
• C. Social audit
• D. Marketing audit

Answer: (C)

Social audits are independent assessments of how an organization's actions affect society. They examine how staff are treated, the impact on communities, and overall social responsibility, with environmental considerations included as part of social performance. An environmental audit, by contrast, focuses only on environmental practices; a financial audit checks finances; a marketing audit reviews marketing activities. Because the description specifies actions affecting society, including environmental impact and staff management, the social audit is the best fit.