Who is responsible for establishing leadership climate of the unit and developing disciplined and cohesive units?

• A. The Commander
• B. The First Sergeant
• C. The Platoon Leader
• D. The Civilian Supervisor

Answer: (A)

The commander is responsible for establishing the leadership climate of the unit and developing disciplined and cohesive teams. In Army policy and practice, the commander holds the ultimate authority and accountability for command climate, standards, discipline, and readiness. By setting the tone, communicating clear expectations, modeling ethical and professional behavior, and enforcing policies consistently, the commander creates an environment where soldiers trust, respect, and follow one another. This climate directly influences unit cohesion and discipline, which are essential for effective performance in any operation.

The first sergeant plays a vital and complementary role, assisting in implementing standards, mentoring soldiers, and maintaining discipline at the first-line level, but the overall responsibility for the unit’s climate rests with the commander. The platoon leader focuses on leading a smaller component of the unit and supports the commander’s objectives, while a civilian supervisor outside the military structure does not set the Army’s leadership climate or discipline within a military unit.