Category: Ethics (Paper IV)

7. Case Study Vijay was Deputy Commissioner of remote district of Hilly Northern State of the country for the last two years. In the month of August heavy rains lashed the complete state followed...

1(a): In the present digital age, social media has revolutionised our way of communication and interaction. However, it has raised several ethical issues and challenges. Describe the key ethical dilemmas in this regard. (Answer...

Case Study: “Privilege, Not a Right” — Stricter Moral Character Test in U.S. Naturalization Context & Background In August 2025, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) issued a policy memorandum emphasizing a rigorous,...

QUALITY OF SERVICE DELIVERY Witty way to define quality of service delivery, you decide whether to put it in the beginning or elsewhere Quality of Service Delivery in the Indian Government System Imagine if...

Work Culture in India’s Public Services The work culture in India’s public services, often perceived as a labyrinthine maze of bureaucracy, inefficiency, and red tape, is a world unto itself. It’s a place where...

Importance of Compassion towards Weaker Sections for Indian Civil Servants Compassion towards weaker sections is a critical value for Indian civil servants due to the socio-economic disparities and diverse challenges faced by marginalized communities...

Role of Family, Society, and Educational Institutions in Inculcating Values Values are the guiding principles that influence individual behavior, social interactions, and decision-making. In the context of ethical governance and public service, values such...

Public Funds The use of public funds in India is guided by principles of fiscal responsibility, transparency, and accountability. Public funds are allocated through the budgetary process and are used for various purposes, including...

Social Influence Social Influence refers to the ways in which individuals change their behaviour, attitudes, or beliefs in response to the real or imagined presence of others. It encompasses a broad range of phenomena,...

CORRUPTION Corruption refers to the abuse of power or position by individuals for personal gain or benefit, often at the expense of the public or the organization. It undermines trust in institutions, obstructs justice,...

Introduction The concept of a Citizen Charter was introduced in India as a commitment towards improving the quality of public services. Originating from the UK in the early 1990s, the Citizen Charter movement was...

The Code of Conduct in Indian Civil Services The Indian Civil Services, the backbone of the administrative machinery in the country, operate under a meticulously defined Code of Conduct. These guidelines are meant to...

Information Sharing in Public Services and Government of India Information sharing in public services and the government of India refers to the systematic dissemination and exchange of information between government entities, public service providers,...

Chapter : ACCOUNTABILITY In one word, Accountability means ‘Answerability’. Accountability in terms of answerability refers to the obligation of an individual or organization to explain and justify their actions or decisions to others. It...

  The Code of Conduct in Indian Civil Services The Indian Civil Services, the backbone of the administrative machinery in the country, operate under a meticulously defined Code of Conduct. These guidelines are meant...

Corporate Governance Corporate governance refers to the system of rules, practices, and processes by which a company is directed and controlled. It encompasses the mechanisms through which companies, and those in control, are held...

Strengthening Ethical and Moral Values in Governance and Among Indian Civil Servants Strengthening ethical and moral values in governance and among civil servants is crucial for building a transparent, accountable, and effective public administration...

Ethical Concerns and Dilemmas in Government and Private Institutions in India Ethical concerns and dilemmas are prevalent in both government and private institutions in India, affecting the integrity, efficiency, and trustworthiness of these sectors....

Public/Civil Service Values and Ethics in Public Administration Public administration and civil services are the backbone of any government, responsible for implementing policies, delivering public services, and ensuring good governance. Upholding strong values and...

EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE Understanding Emotional Intelligence Emotional Intelligence (EI) refers to the ability to recognize, understand, manage, and influence one’s own emotions and the emotions of others. It involves skills such as emotional awareness, self-regulation,...

  Aptitude for Civil Services Aptitude for civil services encompasses a combination of skills, traits, and qualities that enable individuals to effectively perform the duties and responsibilities associated with public administration and governance.  ...

  Foundational Values for Civil Services Civil services form the cornerstone of public administration and governance, ensuring that policies and programs are implemented effectively, fairly, and transparently. For civil servants to perform their roles...

Ethics in Human Actions Ethics, derived from the Greek word “ethos” meaning character, involves the study of what is right and wrong, good and bad in human conduct. Ethical principles guide human actions by...

Dedication to Public Service in Indian Governance Dedication to Public Service is the commitment of civil servants and public officials to prioritize the welfare and interests of the public above their own personal gains....

Determinants of Ethics Ethics is the set of moral principles that guide a person’s behavior, distinguishing right from wrong. The determinants of ethics refer to the various factors that influence an individual’s ethical standards...