Q. Which eminent personality has influenced your moral view the most? List his/her moral values and discuss how you will apply them as a public servant. Ans: Among the many inspiring figures in Indian history, Mahatma Gandhi has had the most profound influence on my moral worldview. His life and philosophy exemplify the power of …
Q. How do codes of conduct, codes of ethics and citizen’s charters interrelate and contribute to promote accountability and ethical behavior in public administration? Ans: In public administration, codes of conduct, codes of ethics, and citizen’s charters serve as complementary instruments to foster accountability, transparency, and ethical governance. Together, they form a normative framework that …
Q. What do you understand by ‘cultural competence’? Why is it important for civil servants to provide effective governance? Discuss. Ans: Cultural competence refers to the ability to understand, respect, and effectively interact with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds. It involves self-awareness, knowledge of different cultures, and the skills to communicate and collaborate across cultural …
Q. Corporate Social Responsibility makes companies more profitable and sustainable. Analyze. Ans: Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) refers to a company’s commitment to operate ethically, contribute to economic development, and improve the quality of life of its workforce, local community, and society at large. In recent years, CSR has evolved from a philanthropic gesture to a …
Q. What do you mean by the term ‘constitutional morality’? How does one uphold constitutional morality? Ans: Constitutional morality refers to the adherence to the core principles and values enshrined in the Constitution, guiding both the conduct of the State and its citizens. It goes beyond mere legal compliance and embodies ideals such as justice, …
Q. Some recent developments such as introduction of RTI Act, media and judicial activism etc., are proving helpful in bringing about greater transparency and accountability in the functioning of the Government. However, it is also being observed that at times the mechanisms are misused. Another negative effect is that the officers are now afraid to …
Q. “Education is not an injunction, it is an effective and pervasive tool for moral development of an individual and social transformation”. Examine the New Education Policy, 2020 (NEP, 2020) in light of the above statement. Ans: The New Education Policy, 2020 (NEP 2020) reimagines education not merely as a means of instruction but as …
Q. Public servants have a moral responsibility because they occupy positions of integrity and power and deal with many public funds. Their decisions have a wide-ranging impact on society and the environment. What steps will you initiate to improve your duty and moral responsibility to handle such empowerment? Ans: As a public servant entrusted with …
Q. You serve as the Municipal Commissioner of a large city, known for your integrity and honesty. A vast multipurpose mall is being built in your city, employing numerous daily wage workers. One night, during the monsoon season, a substantial section of the roof caved in, resulting in the immediate deaths of four laborers, including …
Q. In our society, contrasting attitudes are prevalent about many social problems and prejudices like gender discrimination. What contrasting attitudes do you notice about gender discrimination? As the head of the office, what steps do you take to reduce gender discrimination at your workplace? Ans: Gender discrimination remains a pervasive social issue, marked by contrasting …