UPSC Mains question bank

GS4 · Theoretical Questions · 10 marks

What do you understand by the term Just War Theory?

GS4 · Theoretical Questions · 10 marks

What are the main aspects or components of International Morality?

GS4 · Theoretical Questions · 10 marks

Describe Human Values and explain the role of society in the inculcation of values in the members of society.

GS4 · Theoretical Questions · 10 marks

What do you understand by the terms Compassion, Sympathy, Tolerance, and Equity in your life? Explain.

GS4 · Theoretical Questions · 15 marks

Despite the emphasis on the Citizen Charter in day-to-day administration, there are many shortcomings attached to it. Discuss.

GS4 · Theoretical Questions · 10 marks

Social Audit is a powerful tool in the hands of the people to ensure financial accountability. In light of this statement discuss its major shortcomings and give suggestions to reform it.

GS4 · Theoretical Questions · 15 marks

Emotional Intelligence helps an individual to cope with various difficult situations in life. In light of this statement discuss the multiple components of Emotional Intelligence and its relevance in Civil Services.

GS4 · Theoretical Questions · 15 marks

” Attitude is a small thing but it makes a big difference". Discuss the factors that contribute to the formation of attitude and functions of attitude.

GS4 · Theoretical Questions · 10 marks

. “An action which leads to undesirable consequences may be moral and an action that leads to good consequences can be immoral.” Comment

GS4 · Theoretical Questions · 10 marks

What are the four core qualities of a civil servant in the public administration and discuss their significance.

GS4 · Theoretical Questions · 10 marks

Analyse the importance of work culture as a component of effective governance. Discuss how Indian work culture is at variance with the Western work culture?

GS4 · Theoretical Questions · 10 marks

“It isn’t enough to talk about peace, one must believe in it, and it isn’t enough to believe in it, one must work at it. '' Analyse this statement in the context of international relations.

GS4 · Theoretical Questions · 10 marks

What are the principles of effective public service delivery? Why is it an important component of governance? Explain in the context of Sevottam model.

GS4 · Theoretical Questions · 10 marks

What are the standards of public life as expounded by the Nolan Committee?

GS4 · Theoretical Questions · 10 marks

What is e-Citizen Charter? Describe how the PRAGATI platform can help in effective Grievance redressal mechanism?

GS4 · Theoretical Questions · 10 marks

What is Information Ethics? Explain how RTI Act can help in maintaining ethical governance in the country.

GS4 · Theoretical Questions · 10 marks

What do you understand by the Code of Conduct? Explain its utility in changing governance structure in India.

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