According to the classical view of CSR, the principal obligation of management should be to owners and shareholders.

Classical View

A perspective on management and organizational theory that emphasizes efficiency, hierarchical structure, and the importance of planning and formal procedures.

CSR

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) refers to a company's commitment to operate in an economically, socially, and environmentally sustainable manner.

Shareholders

Shareholders are individuals or entities that own shares in a corporation, giving them partial ownership and possibly the right to vote on corporate matters.