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1. Introduction The term ‘Social Capital’ pertains to a multifaceted domain with interpretations in different disciplines such as sociology, political science, economics, and public health. For UPSC aspirants, developing a comprehensive understanding of this...
Title: Probity in Governance: An Essential for Socio-Economic Development – A Perspective for UPSC Aspirants As the future civil servants of India, UPSC aspirants, it’s imperative for you to understand and internalize the concept...
Probity: An Essential Pillar for Effective Governance and Socio-economic Development in India Aspirants of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) examinations are aware it is more than just a test of knowledge – it...
Understanding Moral Intuition and Moral Reasoning in the Indian Context: A Guide for UPSC Aspirants Excelling in the UPSC Civil Services Examination requires a solid understanding not only of a vast syllabus but also...
As an aspirant of the Union Public Service Commission, the understanding and practice of Emotional Intelligence (EI) is essential in the face of administrative roles and public service commitments. Emotional Intelligence, initially proposed by...
Understanding M.K Gandhi’s Perception on the Power of Simplicity and Kindness: Insight for UPSC Aspirants Mahatma Gandhi, the Father of our Nation, propounded several ideologies that have not only steered our course till independence...
Distinction Between Coercion and Undue Influence Coercion and undue influence, integral components of the Indian Contract Act, depict the malpractices that can potentially vitiate the integrity and influence of agreements in work environments. An...
‘consent’ Title: Coercion vs Consent: Clarifying Concepts for UPSC Aspirants Understanding the profound differences between ‘coercion’ and ‘consent’ within the context of the Indian workplace is not just vital for Union Public Service Commission...
Corruption and The Failure of Core Values and Measures to Uplift Society In the dynamic and multifaceted, socio-political landscape of India, corruption has become an unwelcome, omnipresent element. A topic of heated debates and...
Title: Corruption: A Direct Result of Eroding Core Values in Society Corruption, largely viewed as one of the most pervasive and insidious societal ills, is not simply a matter of faulty systems or lack...
The Role and Ethics of International Aid in Resource Challenged Nations: An Indian Perspective International aid has emerged as a significant tool in the globalised world to help resource-challenged nations. This concept entails providing...
Moral Integrity and Professional Efficiency: Pillars of Corporate Governance The ascendancy of corporate governance issues has gained unparallel momentum in the contemporary business world, driven especially by scandals and malpractices across private and corporate...
Title: The Role of the Citizen Charter in Cultivating Ethical Civil Servants in India When discussing good governance and the effective functioning of the administrative apparatus in India, the concept of the Citizen Charter...
Incorporating these Kantian ethics into the Indian bureaucracy can lead to a more principled, fair, and ethical administration, reflecting the ideals of duty, rationality, and respect for all individuals.
The Sevottam model, developed for improving the quality of public service delivery in India, is based on a seven-step framework. Each step is designed to ensure that services are efficient, transparent, and citizen-centric. Here...
The Sevottam model is a quality management framework for public service delivery in India. Developed by the Indian Bureau of Administration (IIPA) and the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG), it aims...
1. Union Minister Piyush Goyal announced that the central government will soon enforce Quality Control Orders (QCO) for approximately 2,500 items. 2. Goyal, during a meeting held on the 77th foundation day of the...
1. ISRO (Indian Space Research Organisation) Chief, Mr. S Somanath, recently announced that after the successful solar mission, Aditya L1, the focus will now shift to maintenance and orbit orientation. 2. ISRO’s Aditya L1...
– The Maldivian government has distanced itself from derogatory comments made against Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi by its deputy youth empowerment minister, Mariyam Shiuna. – The government clarified that these remarks were Mariyam...
Title: Ethical Issues in Corruption: A Deeper Glean into Indian Bureaucracy Corruption, a vexed term, is symptomatic of dysfunctional institutions and weak governance. It is one of the most pressing challenges faced by the...
Title: Understanding Corruption: Causes & Examples from Indian Context Introduction: The menace of corruption is a pervasive issue, acting as a significant barrier to economic, political, social, and environmental development. It undermines the rule...
1. Introduction Foreign invasions and settlements in India have always left a profound impact on the nation’s history, culture, and administrative systems. Among these invasions, The East India Company’s role in Indian colonization deserves...
1. Introduction The tax system in India has evolved gradually, adapting to the economic conditions of the country. The period of British rule in India brought about considerable changes in the tax system. The...
Title: The Control of Britishers over India: Understanding the Social, Economic and Political Domination For aspirants of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) examination, knowledge regarding the British control over India is imperial. The...
Title: Reasons for the Failure of Indian Kings against the Britishers India’s tumultuous past is rich with countless battles for sovereignty and control. Numerous Indian Kings and Emperors fiercely resisted the establishment of British...
