GS4 · 10 marks · 150 words
There is an increasing belief that the efficiency of the private sector makes a case for privatization of public undertakings. In this context a) Distinguish between work culture of public and private undertakings
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Syllabus: Probity in Governance: Concept of public service; Philosophical basis of governance and probity; Information sharing and transparency in government, Right to Information, Codes of Ethics, Codes of Conduct, Citizen’s Charters, Work culture, Quality of service delivery, Utilization of public funds, challenges of corruption.
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