Category: Ethics (Paper IV)

Ethics Integrity Paper IV UPSC

Swami Vivekananda’s (Thinker)

Swami Vivekananda’s teachings are rich in principles of ethics, morality, and integrity, forming the bedrock of his philosophy and guiding people towards a higher sense of purpose. Here are some key concepts, along with...

DOGE (Department of Government Efficiency)

Here are key points on how the concept of DOGE (Department of Government Efficiency) could be adapted by the Indian government to enhance efficiency: Streamlining Bureaucracy: DOGE could focus on reducing bureaucratic red tape...

2nd Administrative Reforms Commission (ARC)

key recommendations of the 2nd Administrative Reforms Commission (ARC) on various critical areas: 1. Corruption: Institutional Reforms: Strengthen institutions like the CVC (Central Vigilance Commission) and Lokayuktas at the state level. Transparency: Introduce measures...

Ethical Issues for UPSC Ethics Paper

Ethical issues in the private sector 1. Corporate Governance: Issue: Lack of transparency, accountability, and responsibility in decision-making. Example: Insider trading, manipulation of financial statements, and executive-level fraud (e.g., Satyam scandal). 2. Environmental Responsibility:...

Case Study 4 (2023/250 Words)

Vinod is an honest and sincere IAS officer. Recently, he has taken over as Managing Director of the State Road Transport Corporation, his sixth transfer in the past three years. His peers acknowledge his...

Case Study 5 (2023/250 Words)

You have just been appointed as Additional Director General of Central Public Works Department. The Chief Architect of your division, who is to retire in six months, is passionately working on a very important...

Case Study 3 (2023/250 Words)

At 9 pm on Saturday evening, Rashika, a Joint Secretary, was still engrossed in her work in her office. Her husband, Vikram, is an executive in an MNC and frequently out of town in...