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In contemporary world, corporate sector’s contribution in generating wealth and employment is increasing. In doing so, they are bringing in unprecedented onslaught on the climate, environmental sustainability and living conditions of human beings. In this background, do you Responsibility (CSR) is efficient and sufficient enough to fulfill the social roles and responsibilities needed in the corporate work mandated? Critically examine.

Points to Remember: The increasing role of the corporate sector in wealth generation and employment. The negative environmental and social impacts of corporate activities. The effectiveness and sufficiency of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in addressing these impacts. The need for a balanced approach considering both the positive and negative aspects of CSR. Introduction: The contemporary … Read more

Whistle blower, who reports corruption and illegal activities, wrongdoing and misconduct to the concerned authorities, runs the risk of being exposed to grave danger, physical harm and victimization by the vested interests, accused persons and his team. What policy measures would you suggest to strengthen protection mechanism to safeguard the whistle blower?

Keywords: Whistleblower, protection, corruption, illegal activities, policy measures, safeguard. Required Approach: Analytical and Policy-Oriented Points to Remember: The importance of whistleblowers in combating corruption. The risks faced by whistleblowers. Existing legal frameworks for whistleblower protection. Gaps in existing protection mechanisms. Policy recommendations to strengthen protection. Introduction: Whistleblowers play a crucial role in exposing corruption, illegal … Read more

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

Keywords: Constitutional morality, conflict of interest, probity in public life, challenges of digitalization, devotion to duty. Required Approach: Primarily factual, with some analytical elements in explaining the concepts. Points to Remember: Concise definitions of each concept. Highlight key aspects of each. Maintain brevity (30 words per note). Introduction: These five concepts are crucial for upholding … Read more

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 affair.

Points to Remember: The ethical implications of the Russo-Ukrainian War are multifaceted and complex. Considerations include justifications for war, proportionality of force, treatment of civilians, and the long-term consequences of conflict. International law and humanitarian principles provide a framework for evaluating ethical conduct. Introduction: The ongoing Russo-Ukrainian War, initiated by Russia’s full-scale invasion in February … Read more

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 approvals of the competent authority. No doubt it has advantages and disadvantages for both the beneficiaries and system at large. Describe and discuss the ethical issues involved in the use of online method particularly to vulnerable section of society.

Points to Remember: Ethical implications of online methodologies across sectors (administration, education, healthcare). Focus on vulnerable sections of society. Advantages and disadvantages for beneficiaries and the system. Policy recommendations and best practices. Introduction: The increasing reliance on online methodologies across various sectors – administration, education, and healthcare – presents both opportunities and challenges. While telemedicine … Read more

What do you understand by 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.

Points to Remember: Definition of Good Governance Key characteristics of Good Governance Role of e-Governance in achieving Good Governance Examples of e-Governance initiatives and their impact Challenges and limitations of e-Governance Suggestions for improvement Introduction: Good governance is a multifaceted concept encompassing the processes and institutions through which citizens and groups articulate their interests, mediate … Read more

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 ethical values assist in the resolution of conflicts faced by him in his day-to-day functioning?

Points to Remember: Ethics as a foundation for organizational success. Ethical values and conflict resolution. Promotion of well-being and societal harmony through ethics. Introduction: The smooth functioning of any organization or system hinges significantly on the ethical conduct of its members. Ethics, a branch of philosophy dealing with moral principles that govern a person’s behavior … Read more

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

Points to Remember: Empathy and compassion are crucial attributes for effective civil servants. These qualities complement intellectual competency and moral qualities. Effective decision-making requires understanding and responding to the needs of the people. Illustrations from various contexts are needed to demonstrate the impact of empathy and compassion. Introduction: The effectiveness of civil servants hinges not … Read more

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 no 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.

Points to Remember: The core issue is the impact of bureaucratic preoccupation with peripheral matters on justice, service delivery, and good governance. The question requires a critical evaluation, demanding both agreement and disagreement points with supporting evidence. The analysis should encompass the consequences of such behavior and suggest ways to improve administrative efficiency. Introduction: The … Read more

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

Points to Remember: Integrity’s definition and its impact on individuals and society. Examples of integrity in action (positive illustrations). Consequences of lacking integrity (negative illustrations). The link between integrity and empowerment. The role of integrity in building trust and fostering positive relationships. Introduction: Integrity, often defined as the quality of being honest and having strong … Read more