Successful people are not those who did not fail, but those who persisted in turbulent times and kept moving after a failure. In light of this statement, examine the importance of adversity quotient in life. How can adversity quotient be developed?

• [Michael] Jordan (basketball), also called "Magic" Jordan.

The given statement deals with the importance of [perseverance] and [hard work] to achieve success in the face of adversity:

1. [Success] = talent + right environment + hard work + perseverance
2. "It took me 20 years to achieve overnight success"
3. Results take time, so often must continue to work hard.
4. Must learn from failures on the way.
5. Hence life is called ["anubhav dhara"] - i.e., series of experiences.

In this context:

Adversity quotient is defined as ability to persevere in the face of hardship.

It [complements] other quotients necessary for success in public services.

Eg: IAS officer Durga Shakti Nagpal, who triumphed against mafia, despite threats.

Thus, AQ should be developed as part of Mission karmayogi.

(a) There are no ethical dilemma that I face in this situation:

1. Corruption is a "crime against humanity" according to UN.

2. [Justice] is the core ideal of the Constitution according to [Supreme Court] in [Haryana State Electricity Board case], and [BR Ambedkar]. In this case, the [families of the 2 children who have died], and the 30 children who are ill deserve [JUSTICE].

3. The variety of [ethical ISSUES] are: → falsely implicating bhojan-mata → supplying poor quality food → conflict of interest → head of the commission asking me to commit a wrongdoing → caste-discrimination, etc

Option 1: Do as head says

1. Will lead to injustice
2. Against H D Ross prima facie principles of honesty, beneficence, etc
3. Against deontological ethics - as it is my duty as member of commission to ensure fair investigated.

Hence, bad option.

Option 2: Resign

1. Against York Hillborn's principles of public morality → of conflict of interest
2. Would not help the bhojan-mata/victims of the incident.

Hence, bad option.

Option 3: Convince the head of commission about the issue.

1. Tell him this is an issue affecting [conscience of entire society].
2. If it is found out [later] that commission did wrong doing → they would all be in trouble.
3. If it is found out [later] that Minister's brother was informed → He would be criticized more.
4. In fact: this is an opportunity for the minister to improve his standing → by taking action against his brother.
5. This would restore trust of the public and of the district administration.