“While a strong moral compass is essential for public servants, rigid moral absolutism may sometimes conflict with the practical demands of governance”. Discuss the role of ethical pragmatism in helping civil servants strike a balance between idealism and effective decision-making in complex administrative situations.

(b) Give an example of a situation where you applied or witnessed this principle in your personal or professional life.

Discuss the significance of non-partisanship in public administration and its role in ensuring that citizens, irrespective of their political affiliations, are treated fairly and equitably.

In a rapidly digitizing administration, face-to-face public interaction is decreasing. How can a civil servant maintain a high level of empathy and emotional responsiveness when dealing with citizens purely through digital interfaces and algorithm-driven data?

“Integrity is a value that empowers the human being.” Justify with suitable illustration.

What do you understand by the term ethical egoism?

How can emotional intelligence help in resolving ethical dilemmas and conflicts of interest in public administration?