GS4 · Theoretical Questions

GS4 · Theoretical Questions · 10 marks

The basic thrust of the Citizen’s Charter is to render public services citizen-centric by making them demand-driven rather than supply-driven. How an organization should utilise citizen charter for effective governance?

GS4 · Theoretical Questions · 10 marks

Examine the need of Code of Ethics for civil servants in India.

GS4 · Theoretical Questions · 10 marks

What is ethical dilemma? Mention the different types of ethical dilemmas faced in government institutions and also suggest ways to resolve them.

GS4 · Theoretical Questions · 10 marks

What do you understand by Probity? Explain its importance in governance with relevant examples?

GS4 · Theoretical Questions · 10 marks

Does Corporate Social Responsibility suffice for everything that is needed in corporate ethics? Critically analyze?

GS4 · Theoretical Questions · 10 marks

How impartiality and non-partisanship play a vital role in ensuring a neutral approach in public service? Illustrate your answer with suitable examples.

GS4 · Theoretical Questions · 10 marks

Examine the relevance of the following terms in the context of civil service: (150 Words) (i) Integrity (ii) Impartiality (iii) Objectivity (iv) Tolerance

GS4 · Theoretical Questions · 10 marks

. What is the key difference between sympathy, empathy and compassion? Highlight the role of empathy in shaping leadership.

GS4 · Theoretical Questions · 10 marks

How can Emotional Intelligence (EI) help in administration and governance in India?

GS4 · Theoretical Questions · 10 marks

“Thinking should become your capital asset, no matter whatever ups or downs you come across in your life”- A.P.J. Abdul Kalam. Elucidate.

GS4 · Theoretical Questions · 10 marks

Ethics and politics are the fields completely opposite to each other. Do you agree?

GS4 · Theoretical Questions · 10 marks

Prejudice can exist without discrimination. Comment.

GS4 · Theoretical Questions · 10 marks

What are the ethical issues involved in using artificial intelligence in military security?

GS4 · Theoretical Questions · 10 marks

How is capability approach different from utilitarianism? Discuss.

GS4 · Theoretical Questions · 10 marks

What are values? Highlight the importance of values in governance.

GS4 · Theoretical Questions · 10 marks

What is lifeboat ethics? Explain with examples.

GS4 · Theoretical Questions · 10 marks

What do you understand by attitude and attitude change? Highlight the factors that influence attitude change.

GS4 · Theoretical Questions · 10 marks

Define the terms cooperation and competition. What are the determinants of cooperation and competition?

GS4 · Theoretical Questions · 10 marks

“Life doesn’t make any sense without interdependence. We need each other, and the sooner we learn that, it is better for us all.”- Erik Erikson

GS4 · Theoretical Questions · 10 marks

“We can never obtain peace in the outer world until and unless we obtain peace within ourselves.” – Dalai Lama

GS4 · Theoretical Questions · 10 marks

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

GS4 · Theoretical Questions · 10 marks

Should impartial and being non-partisan be considered as indispensable qualities to make a successful civil servant? Discuss with illustrations.

GS4 · Theoretical Questions · 10 marks

An independent and empowered social audit mechanism is an absolute must in every sphere of public service, including judiciary, to ensure performance, accountability and ethical conduct. Elaborate.

GS4 · Theoretical Questions · 10 marks

In the case of crisis of conscience, does emotional intelligence help to overcome the same without compromising the ethical or moral stand that you are likely to follow? Critically examine.

GS4 · Theoretical Questions · 10 marks

“Refugees should not be turned back to the country where they would face persecution or human right violation”. Examine the statement with reference to the ethical dimension being violated by the nation claiming to be democratic with open society.