GS4 · 10 marks · 150 words

Patriotism can hold different meanings for different people, often shaped by personal experiences and convictions. What does patriotism mean to you? Explain narrating incidents from your life when you exhibited patriotism.

Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2022–2024

Human Values Ethics in Private and Public Life Family, Society and Education

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

Aayushi BansalAIR 7 · CSE 2024 · 116 wordsTheir whole copy

Opening · a definition

Patriotism is the utmost dedication towards nation. Nation comes before everyone including self's life.

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Meaning of patriotism to me

(1) Upholding my duty towards nation in all respects - civic, social, economic, political etc. → civic - follow rules on road → political - participate in governance

(2) Respecting rights of fellow citizens & duty towards them (fundamental duties - Art 51A)

(3) Nation above self & family & everyone.

Incidents from life

Remembering the noble ideals of freedom struggle & freedom fighters.
Respecting national symbols whole-heartedly.
Aiming to be part of civil administrative service to serve the nation.

Close · a summary

Patriotism is a virtue which has a true sense of loyalty, duty & devotion.

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