GS4 · 10 marks · 150 words

"Disobedience is the true foundation of liberty. The obedient must be slaves." - Henry David Thoreau

Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2021

Syllabus: Ethics and Human Interface: Essence, determinants and consequences of Ethics in-human actions; dimensions of ethics; ethics - in private and public relationships. Human Values - lessons from the lives and teachings of great leaders, reformers and administrators; role of family society and educational institutions in inculcating values.

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The toppers’ answers

Aishwarya VermaAIR 4 · CSE 2021 · 79 wordsTheir whole copy

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The quote in its essence is ascribing to active citizenry who continuously question govt.

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The quote in its essence is ascribing to active citizenry who continuously question govt.

→ ensure accountability → point out loopholes → Participate in policy making → Fulfill role as citizens → Bring reforms through leadership eg RTI passed by Govt through efforts of Aruna Roy under MKSS

Mere obedience and lack of will to participate will make the government complacent and will lead to poor governance.

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Ways to ensure: - proactive information disclosure - citizen's charter - people's awareness

An active citizenry can pave the way for active and good governance.

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eg RTI passed by Govt through efforts of Aruna Roy under MKSS

Mere obedience and lack of will to participate will make the government complacent and will lead to poor governance. An active citizenry can pave the way for active and good governance.

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