Page No 3, 372-387.
Unnikannan P Santhosh Kumar, Chetna Jaiswal, and Nishi Srivastava
Central University of South Bihar, Gaya
Unethical behaviours benefiting an organization have been associated with various
negative factors, but little is understood about how positive factors that enhance an
organization might also have adverse effects. This research explores the connection
between psychological ownership, dark triad personality traits (Machiavellian
Personality), and unethical pro-organizational behavior (UPB), aiming to provide a fresh
perspective on this matter. A group of 250 employees was randomly selected from the
southern region of India for the study. The findings from the statistical analysis using
SPSS and JASP indicate a significant correlation between psychological ownership,
Machiavellian Personality, and UPB, with both variables having a strong predictive value
for UPB. Notably, Machiavellian personality does mediate the link between psychological
ownership and UPB. The implications of this study are far-reaching, as it uncovers the
intricate dynamics underlying UPB and its potential association with seemingly positive
organizational factor. By identifying psychological ownership and dark triad traits in
employees, it can contribute to cultivating ethical work environments