Vaishali
CSE 2023
| Paper | Source | Questions | Copy |
|---|---|---|---|
| GS2 | Community sheet | — | Open copy |
| GS4 | Masterstroke | 20 | source PDF |
Sample questions answered
- (a) Courage is what it takes to stand up and speak; courage is also what it takes to sit down and listen. What does courage mean to you? Explain with help of two examples from your life where you have acted courageously. GS4
- (b) Outcomes of illegitimate means cannot be justified no matter how valuable they are. Comment GS4
- (a) What is Attitude? How does Attitude influence our thoughts and behaviour? Explain giving examples. GS4
- (b) In the context of rising corporate frauds evaluate the relevance of Mahatma Gandhi's concept of trusteeship. GS4
- (a) "A country that demands moral perfection in its foreign policy will achieve neither perfection nor security" - Henry Kissinger. Do you agree with this view point? Discuss various contemporary ethical issues involved in international relations and utility of moral principles in international affairs. GS4
- (b) The professional role of a civil servant is very demanding that often creates deep cleavages between personal and professional life. In this context, discuss the importance of emotional intelligence for a civil servant GS4
- (a) Examine the relevance of the following in the context of civil services: i) Bureaucratic anonymity ii) Emotional Intelligence iii) Courage of conviction iv) Selflessness GS4
- (b) Dharma is a unique concept in Indian philosophy which encompasses all the ideas of western philosophical schools. Discuss. Also, explain what dharma means to you? GS4