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Write short notes on the following in 30 words each: (i) Constitutional morality (ii) Conflict of interest (iii) Probity in public life (iv) Challenges of digitalization (v) Devotion to duty [2022]

(i) Constitutional morality refers to the values and principles that underpin a constitutional democracy, such as respect for the rule of law, individual rights, and…

Russia and Ukraine war has been going on for the last seven months. Different countries have taken independent stands and actions keeping in view their own national interests. We are all aware that war has its own impact on the different aspects of society, including human tragedy. What are those ethical issues that are crucial to be considered while launching the war and its continuation so far? Illustrate with justification the ethical issues involved in the given state of affairs. [2022]

Ethical issues that are crucial to be considered while launching the war and its continuation so far as follows: In any reflection on the ethics…

Online methodology is being used for day-to-day meetings, institutional approvals in the administration and for teaching and learning in education sector to the extent telemedicine in the health sector is getting popular with the approval of the competent authority. No doubt it has advantages and disadvantages for both the beneficiaries and the system at large. Describe and discuss reticle issues involved in the use of the online method, particularly to the vulnerable section of the society. [2022]

There are a number of potential risks and issues involved in the use of the online method, particularly for vulnerable members of society. Some of…

What do you understand by the term ‘good governance? How far recent initiatives in terms of e-Governance steps taken by the State have helped the beneficiaries? Discuss with suitable examples. [2022]

Good governance refers to the way in which a government or organization is run, with a focus on fairness, transparency, accountability, and effectiveness. It involves…

What does each of the following quotations mean to you? (a) “Ethics is knowing the difference between what you have the right to do and what is right to do. “-Potter Stewart (b) “If a country is to be corruption free and become a nation of beautiful minds, I strongly feel that there are three key societal members who can make a difference They are father, mother and teacher.”- APJ Abdul Kalam

(a) “Ethics is knowing the difference between what you have the right to do and what is right to do.” – Potter Stewart To me,…

It is believed that adherence to ethics in human actions would ensure in smooth functioning of an organization / system. If so, what does ethics seek to promote in human life? How do how do ethical values assist in the resolution of conflicts faced by him in his day to day functioning? [2022]

Ethics is a set of principles and values that guide behavior and decision-making in a manner that is considered morally right or acceptable. In the…

The Rules and Regulations provided to all the Civil servants are same, yet there is difference in the performance. Positive minded officers are able to interpret the Rules and Regulations in favour of the case and achieve success, Whereas, negative minded officers are unable to achieve goals by interacting the same Rules and Regulations against the case. Discuss with illustrations. [2022]

It is true that the rules and regulations provided to all civil servants are the same, but there can be differences in performance due to…

Apart from intellectual competency and moral qualities, empathy and compassion are some of the other viral attributes that facilitate the civil servants to be more competent in tackling the crucial issues or taking critical decisions. Explain with suitable illustrations. [2022]

Empathy and compassion are important qualities for civil servants to possess as they can help them to be more effective in their roles. Empathy is…

Wisdom lies in knowing what to reckon with and what to overlook. An officer being engrossed with the periphery ignoring the core issues before him is not rare in the Bureaucracy. Do you agree that such preoccupation of an administrator leads to travesty of justice to the cause of effective service delivery and good governance? Critically evaluate (150 words) [2022]

Yes, I agree that an administrator who is preoccupied with peripheral issues can lead to a travesty of justice and hinder effective service delivery and…