GS4 · UPSC Mains
Industry professionals are increasingly being hired by the government for their private sector experience and their influence in industries that the government is attempting to regulate or do business with. Similarly, the industry is also looking to attract people from the public sector with high-paying employment offers to get access within the government departments, seek favourable legislations and regulations as well as government contracts. Such inside knowledge of the system, including any loopholes that might exist give private businesses a competitive advantage. Both industry professionals and government officials stand to gain from such associations. In this context, answer the following questions: (a) What are the ethical issues involved in the direct recruitment of industry professionals in important government positions? (b) Do you think a longer mandatory cooling off period for government officials before they join private firms can help in addressing some of the issues? (Answer in 250 words)
| Topper | Rank | Source | Copy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shashvat Sangwan | — | VisionIAS | p.37 |
| Aditi Upadhyay | — | VisionIAS | p.37 |
| Anjali Shrotriya | — | VisionIAS | p.37 |
| Ayushi Pradhan | — | VisionIAS | p.37 |
| Akshay Pillay | — | VisionIAS | p.37 |