You are the Dean of Admissions at a prestigious government university. The admission process is underway, and strict merit-based criteria are in place. A few days before the final selection, you receive a call from a senior bureaucrat in the state government requesting admission for his son, who does not meet the cut-off marks. He emphasizes that his support has been crucial in securing government grants for the university’s expansion projects.

(b) Fiduciary Duty

Examine the following quote:

. In what ways do impartiality and nonpartisanship contribute to the ethical integrity of public service? Discuss practical challenges associated with maintaining these principles, along with strategies for their effective implementation.

Discuss the role of probity in public administration and evaluate its impact on the functioning of public institutions.

"Integrity without compassion is rigidity, and compassion without integrity is weakness." Discuss the significance of balancing integrity and compassion in public service. Illustrate with suitable examples.

Attitude plays a critical role in shaping ethical behaviour in individuals and institutions. Examine how attitudes influence ethical decision-making in public administration.