GS4 · 15 marks · 250 words
Explain how a civil servant's integrity is crucial in maintaining public trust. Provide examples of situations where maintaining impartiality becomes challenging and discuss strategies to overcome such challenges.
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Syllabus: Aptitude and foundational values for Civil Service, integrity, impartiality and non-partisanship, objectivity, dedication to public service, empathy, tolerance and compassion towards the weaker-sections.
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