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In the context of work environment, differentiate between ‘coercion and undue influence’ with suitable examples. (150 words)

In the context of the work environment, coercion and undue influence are two distinct concepts that can negatively impact employees and the overall workplace atmosphere.…

Corruption is the manifestation of the failure of core values in the society.” In your opinion, what measures can be adopted to uplift the core values in the society? (150 words)

Corruption is often considered a symptom of the erosion of core values in society. To address this issue and promote ethical behavior, various measures can…

International aid is an accepted form of helping resource-challenged nations. Comment on ethics in contemporary international aid. Support your answer with suitable examples. (150 words)

International aid has long been a tool for assisting resource-challenged nations in their development and humanitarian efforts. However, the ethics of contemporary international aid have…

What do you understand by ‘moral integrity’ and ‘professional efficiency in the context of corporate governance in India? Illustrate with suitable examples. (150 words)

Moral integrity and professional efficiency are two essential components of corporate governance in India. These concepts play a crucial role in ensuring that businesses operate…

Khanan Prahari

A potent weapon against the scourge of illegal coal mining has emerged in the form of the Khanan Prahari mobile app. This app not only…

Swetha 24/08/2023

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Generative AI- What are the Implications for Authenticity?

Several recent developments- such as an AI-generated photograph winning an international photography competition, a manufactured image of Pope Francis…

Swetha 04/05/2023

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Executions in India- Can Lethal Injection be the Better Option?

Recently, the Supreme Court asked the Centre to defend that law allows hanging as a mode of execution. This has reopened the debate on whether India c…

Swetha 27/03/2023

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You are appointed as an officer heading the section in Environment Pollution Control Board to ensure compliance and its follow-up. In that region, there were large number of small and medium industries which had been granted clearance. You learnt that these industries provide employment to many migrant worker. Most of the industrial units have got environmental clearance certificate in their possession. The environmental clearance seeks to curb industries and projects that supposedly hamper environment and living species in the region, But in practice. most of these units remain to be polluting units in several ways like air, water and soil pollution. As such, local people encountered persistent health problems. It was confirmed that majority of the industries were violating environmental compliance. You issued notice to all the industrial units to apply for fresh environmental clearance certificate from the competent authority. However, your action met with hostile response from a section of the industrial units, other vested interest persons and a section of the local politicians. The workers also became hostile to you as they felt that your action would lead to the closure of these industrial units, and the resultant unemployment will lead to insecurity uncertainty in their livelihood. Many owners of the industries approached you with the plea that you should not initiate harsh action as it would compel them their units, and cause huge financial loss, shortage of their products in the market. These would obviously add to the sufferings of the labourers and the consumers alike. The labour union also sent you representation requesting against the closure of the units. You simultaneously started receiving threats from unknown corners. You however received supports from some of your colleagues, who advised you to act freely to ensure environmental compliance. Local NGOs also came to your support and they demanded the closure of the polluting units immediately. [2022]

(a) What are the options available to you under the given situation?(b) Critically examine the options listed by you.(c) What type of mechanism would you suggest to ensure…