Anubhav

AIR 309 · CSE 2023

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• "Duty forms the cornerstone of administrative ethics, yet without integration of other ethical perspectives, it risks becoming mechanical compliance." Discuss how the interplay of duty, virtue, principle, and consequences can enrich ethical decision-making in public administration. (Answer in 150 words) GS4
• "The strength of a professional public service lies in its ability to remain non-partisan, even in a deeply political environment." Do you agree that partisanship undermines the ethical foundation of public administration? Discuss the risks posed by political bias among civil servants and the safeguards that help uphold neutrality. (Answer in 150 words) GS4
• In situations of moral ambiguity, where formal rules fall short, emotional intelligence and conscience become crucial tools. Explain how these internal faculties help public servants navigate ethical grey zones. Support with a suitable example. (Answer in 150 words) GS4
• "Gandhian ethics emphasize purity of means, truth, and moral courage even when outcomes are uncertain." Critically evaluate whether such absolutist ethics are compatible with the demands of modern public administration, where administrative realism and pragmatism are often necessary. (Answer in 150 words) GS4
• "Procurement decisions are a litmus test of public sector probity, where integrity must resist both institutional pressures and private influence." Discuss how the principles of transparency, fairness, and accountability can strengthen ethical conduct in public procurement. (Answer in 150 words) GS4
• "Attitudes, shaped by personal beliefs and values, influence the ethical behaviour of public servants." Explain how moral and political attitudes impact administrative neutrality and integrity in public service. (Answer in 150 words) GS4
• "Foreign aid is often framed as generosity, but its ethical legitimacy depends on fairness, accountability, and respect for sovereignty." Explain the ethical concerns associated with conditional foreign aid. How can donor countries uphold recipient autonomy while ensuring transparency and developmental impact? (Answer in 150 words) GS4
• What are the ethical considerations involved in this budget allocation decision? GS4

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