Corruption

While it is important to expose a wrongdoing, a whistleblower should have the moral backing behind his act of whistleblowing. Comment.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2014

CorruptionIntegrity

"Where do the evils like corruption arise from? It comes from the never-ending greed. The fight for corruption-free ethical society will have to be fought against this greed and replace it with 'what can I give' spirit." - A.P.J. Abdul Kalam

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper

CorruptionHuman Values

Discuss the following views on the relationship between corruption and salary of civil servants: (a) How does low or high salary affects the conduct of civil servants? (b) Low salary in public agencies are among important reasons for high level of corruption.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2016

CorruptionProbity in Governance

Case highlights the challenges faced in case of Disinvestment which is en lined with the LPG reforms of 1991.

Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025

Corporate GovernanceEthical Dilemmas in Government

Explain whether you will agree or not with the popular impression that in our country now there is no fear of the anti-corruption laws on the part of government officials? Discuss the factors which are responsible for such perception.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2016

CorruptionProbity in Governance

Although most public organizations have a code of conduct for their employees, its impact has been less than satisfactory in combating the misuse of office by public servants. Explain. Provide some suggestions to make the code of conduct a more comprehensive tool in dealing with corruption in public offices.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2015

Codes of Ethics and ConductCorruption

Dr. Aanand, a professor of chemistry at ABC College, Pune, had been teaching there for over 20 years. He is known for his passion for teaching and commitment to student welfare, and is respected by both colleagues and students. His son is also a final year student in the very same college. Over the past few months, Dr. Aanand observed a significant change in the behaviour of some of his students. There was a noticeable decline in academic performance, increased absenteeism, and instances of erratic behaviour. Through confidential conversations with a few students and careful observation, he discovered that several students were using contraband drugs. Upon inspecting the student's hostel rooms he found evidence of usage of illegal drugs such as weed, marijuana etc. Determined to address the issue, Dr. Aanand conducted a discreet investigation. He found that the source of the drugs was linked to a well-organized network operating within the college. Shockingly, he discovered that Aditya, the son of the institution's representative at UGC/for college management committee, was lynchpin in this drug network. He exploited his privileged position as he was backed by his father, making it difficult for students and authorities to complain and take action against him. Bothered by this incident, Dr. Aanand quickly reported the incident to the management and Aditya's father, who advised him to leave the matter as any action taken would harm the reputation of the college. Dr. Aanand was also threatened with dire consequences for both him and his son, who is yet to start his career. a) Discuss the ethical dilemmas involved in the case. b) What are the options available to Dr. Aanand? Evaluate each of these options and choose the option he would adopt giving reasons. c) Based on the given case study mention few laws, rules and regulations related to prevention of drug abuse in India.

20 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024

Ethical Dilemmas in GovernmentCorruption

Nishant, a dedicated competitive exam aspirant whose father is a former state bureaucrat, had struggled for five years to clear exams without success. To secure his son's future, Nishant's father approached a senior official in the School Service Commission and offered a substantial bribe for a teaching position. Initially hesitant, Nishant eventually agreed to his father's plan, seeing it as a way to achieve his goal. When the final results were announced, Nishant secured a high rank and was selected for the job, leading to a grand celebration among family and friends. However, the joy was short-lived. The selection process, which included a Teacher Eligibility Test (TET), interviews, and personality assessments, became mired in controversy. It was revealed that the School Service Commission (SSC) issued appointment letters based on recommendations from a state-level selection test (SLST) panel, but discrepancies were found. Candidates who were not on the SLST panel received appointment letters, fueling allegations of corruption. An investigation by a committee appointed by the High Court exposed significant irregularities, such as manipulated candidate rankings and issuance of appointment letters beyond the panel's validity period. Following this, the High Court ordered a CBI inquiry, which uncovered unauthorized identification of vacancies, incorrect recommendations, and tampering with answer scripts. The CBI was tasked with further investigation by matching OMR hard disks with the SSC database, as the original OMR sheets had been destroyed. The High Court also invalidated the state government's attempt to create supernumerary posts for genuine candidates. With the corruption scandal now exposed, Nishant, who was initially selected, faces severe consequences. In the given circumstance answer the following: a) Identify the stakeholders and ethical issues involved in the case. b) If you were in Nishant's position, what ethical considerations would you have to take into account before agreeing to your father's plan? c) Propose ethical reforms and preventive measures that could be implemented to avoid similar corruption cases in public recruitment processes. [20M]

20 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024

CorruptionEthical Dilemmas in Government

Bhuvan-ultra is a famous real estate developer engaged mostly in housing projects. It has a very good track record of timely delivery of housing projects and enjoys a high level of trust among buyers. One of the ongoing projects of Bhuvan-ultra is a housing project with six residential towers. The construction has been in full swing for the last four years. Given the good record of the builder, all the flats have already been sold. Four out of six towers are complete and people have started living in these towers. Two other towers are near completion and it is expected that these would be ready in the next few months. Satish lives in a rented house and he daily crosses through this project on his commute to office. Satish always wanted to buy a flat in one of these towers. One day while reading the newspaper Satish came across a news article on the ongoing project of Bhuvan-ultra. Through the news article, he came to know that Bhuvan-ultra had permission to construct only four towers and it has illegally constructed two more towers in the project. The two illegal towers were standing on ground which was supposed to be a wetland. The entire conundrum points toward massive corruption and negligence by state development authorities. The matter went into the court and the court has ordered demolition of the two illegal towers. However, as the two illegal towers lie in close proximity with the other four legally constructed and inhabited towers, demolishing them is not only expensive but also a risky affair. Further, as all the six towers share a common basement, demolition of two towers can have implications for structural integrity of other towers. Satish sits there thinking about the pain of the people who have invested their life's savings in the project and questioning whether he should ever invest in a residential property. He is also questioning himself whether demolition of a residential apartments in a country where lakhs of people are homeless, is justified or not. On the basis of above case study, answer the following: a) Identify various ethical dilemmas involved in this case study. b) What can be the other options to achieve justice in the given case, apart from demolition of the illegal towers? Evaluate each of these options and suggest the most suitable option.

20 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper

Ethical Dilemmas in GovernmentCorruption

Right to Service acts are part of a broader rights-based approach to social policy that has rippled through India over the past decade and a half. Many states have passed public service guarantee acts, also known as Right to Service acts. A state government has set up the Public Service Management Department to oversee the implementation of the Right to Service acts and you have been made its head. After some time you come to observe the following facts: First, officials often wait until towards the end of the maximum allotted time period to complete a service. It could be that officials are creating a new opportunity for bribes, taking money to speed the service up (especially for time sensitive services like caste certificates that may be required for a job or university application). Second, lower officials did express concern about Right to Service Acts being implemented unfairly or being distracting. For example, some said that if there was to be a time limit for processing applications and completing the work within stipulated time then there should also be a limit on how many applications can be accepted. They also felt that the fear of a penalty did make them prioritize processing these applications, but at the expense of their other works. (a) As the head of the Department how you will explain the behaviour of the officials? (b) Except the two options which are given below, what other options are available for you to address the issues of case study. Evaluate their merits and demerits and choose the best option, giving reasons. (i) Set up a citizen grievance redressal cell in the office. (ii) Install CCTV in the office and fix a limit on how many applications can be accepted.

20 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2016

Quality of Service DeliveryCorruption

Criminalisation of politics & nexus between politician-Civil servant has further reduced accountability.

Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021

Accountability and Ethical GovernanceCorruption

You are a highly motivated and principle-driven Gram Panchayat Secretary, recently posted in a large and socio-economically diverse village in a remote district. Your immediate and most critical task is the meticulous verification of beneficiaries for the 'Gramin Awas Yojana' - a flagship state housing scheme aimed at providing 'pucca' (brick) houses to the genuinely impoverished and landless households. The scheme is under tight deadlines, with funds dependent on swift and accurate beneficiary selection. The District Collector has explicitly warned against any malpractices, emphasizing fairness and transparency. During your diligent house-to-house verification in Ward No. 3, you discover that Mr. Inder Singh, a widely acknowledged 'strongman' whose family wields significant informal power and influence due to their landholdings and extensive local network, has been provisionally listed as an eligible beneficiary. Your on-ground assessment unequivocally reveals that Mr. Singh resides in a sprawling, multi-story 'pucca' house and his financial status is demonstrably far above the scheme's strict eligibility criteria for 'Below Poverty Line' families. When you subtly question his eligibility, Mr. Singh becomes overtly aggressive, citing his family's 'unparalleled contribution' to the village and his crucial role in mobilizing support for the ongoing, high-priority district-level 'Jal Suraksha Abhiyan' (Water Conservation Campaign), where his active cooperation is currently indispensable. He bluntly states that any attempt to remove his name would not only be seen as a grave personal insult but could also result in his family's withdrawal of crucial support from the water campaign, potentially jeopardizing the entire district's efforts, which affects thousands of farmers. He further warns that he can incite widespread local resistance against future developmental works, effectively paralyzing the Panchayat's functioning. You are keenly aware that several genuinely impoverished families, living in dilapidated shacks, have been waiting for decades for such assistance, and Mr. Singh's inclusion would directly mean one of them is unjustly excluded. Your Block Development Officer (BDO), under immense pressure to meet state targets, has privately advised you to be 'flexible' and prioritize 'overall peace and cooperation' to ensure the smooth rollout of all government schemes, hinting that challenging influential individuals like Mr. Singh might create 'unnecessary roadblocks' for your entire tenure and even impact your future postings. The village community, while silently aware of Mr. Singh's undue claim, fears openly speaking against him, making external validation of his ineligibility difficult and adding to your isolation. (a) What are the potential administrative and ethical dilemmas you face? (b) Discuss all options available to you. (c) What comprehensive course of action would you choose to adopt, providing ethical justification for your decision?

20 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper

Ethical Dilemmas in GovernmentImpartiality and Objectivity

XYZ is a premiere coaching institute located in Chatterjee Nagar locality of Himnagar. XYZ specialises in the coaching for medical and engineering entrance examination. The main office of the coaching, where the daily classes are conducted, is located in a congested locality, from where several other coaching institutes also operate. One day, while classes were in session in the top floor of the building and some 200 odd students were in attendance, a fire broke out in the premises of XYZ coaching. The fire incident created a commotion among those present in the building. Everyone, in a state of confusion, started running helter-skelter. Some students rushed to the very narrow stairs. Many stumbled and fell, hurting themselves. The emergency exit plan of the building was not suitable to cater to the large number of students and staff. In order to save themselves from asphyxiation, some students broke the window of the classroom. However, in absence of a fire stairs they had to climb down using the balcony ledge. In the process, many students had a free fall and hurt themselves badly. While two boys lost their life due to stampede caused while exiting the building, one girl got fatally injured while climbing down the ledge. The civil administration immediately started an audit of the building. Joseph is posted as the Municipal Commissioner of Himnagar. Chatarjee Nagar falls under his jurisdiction. Joseph has ordered an enquiry into the whole incident. Coincidentally, Joseph's younger brother, Frank, is also a student of XYZ coaching. He was not present in the coaching during the fateful day. The owner of the XYZ coaching approaches Joseph and requests him to be lenient in the enquiry report. They propose that looking at the good track record of Frank they are willing to give him a scholarship to fund not only his coaching fees but also his graduation from any college in the country. They also promise that their top faculty to ensure that Frank comes out with flying colours in the coming under graduate entrance examination. Joseph knows that his brother has repeatedly failed in the entrance examinations earlier and a special focus will help him immensely. Also, Joseph himself was under student debt, which he was still paying in small instalments from his own salary. Recently married, and having risen from a poor family, Joseph has always worried about funding his brother's education. a) Identify various ethical concerns in the case study. b) You are a friend of Joseph. Joseph turns to you for advice. What advice will you give to Joseph and why?

20 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023

Ethical Dilemmas in GovernmentConflict of Interest

What are the options available to Mr. Sharma and the CEO?

Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024

Ethical Dilemmas in GovernmentCorporate Governance

Rohan was a new intern at ABC computers, a company that deals in assembling and sales of desktops. ABC computers is a leading company in its field, and it was a dream come true for Rohan to get an opportunity to intern at the company. Rohan is an ethical and upright person who does his duty with utmost sincerity and dedication. Rohan's hard work at ABC computers was well recognized and his superiors were satisfied with his performance. One day, Avinash, Rohan's team leader, gave him a file and instructed him to deliver it to Mr. Manoj, the General Manager of XYZ Chemicals, a Public Sector Unit (PSU). Avinash told Rohan that the contents of the file were confidential as it contained the company's quotation for a tender of 100 computers required by XYZ chemicals. Rohan felt encouraged that Avinash had chosen him for this important task. As instructed, Rohan reached the office of XYZ chemicals on time. While waiting for his turn to meet the General Manager, Rohan noticed the citizen's charter of the XYZ chemicals on the wall. Apart from explicit provisions for transparency and checking corruption, there was a dedicated section for grievance redressal in the citizen's charter. Rohan mentally appreciated the initiative of having a citizen's charter at public offices. On his turn, Rohan greeted Mr. Manoj and presented him with his company's quotations. Mr. Manoj looked visibly satisfied with the quotations, however, he asked Rohan as to what incentives there were for him personally, for approving the quotations. Rohan was shocked by this question, and before he could say anything, Mr. Manoj himself hinted that he expects 10% of the quotation value to be delivered to him, as a token of gratitude for approving the quotation of ABC computers over the quotations of other companies. A man of scruples, Rohan was offended at the proposition of Mr. Manoj, who was directly demanding a bribe for doing his stipulated duty. He requested Mr. Manoj to consider the quotations on their competitive merit, and to not embarrass him by demanding a bribe. Mr. Manoj asked Rohan to leave and also told him that his attitude may become a problem for him and his company in the future. Rohan felt harassed by the threats of Mr. Manoj. While leaving XYZ chemicals, Rohan remembered the grievance redressal section in the citizen's charter. He wrote a detailed application of complaint against Mr. Manoj on the letter head of ABC computers, and submitted it with the grievance redressal authority of XYZ chemicals. On returning to his office, he appraised Avinash about all that transpired at XYZ chemicals. Rohan expected his company to initiate an official complaint against Mr. Manoj. However, he was shocked with the response of his company. Avinash blamed Rohan for spoiling the relations of the company with a long-time client. He also questioned Rohan's authority for writing a complaint on the company's letterhead without consulting his superior. He further belittled Rohan's actions by telling him that Mr. Manoj has always ensured that ABC computers got preferential treatment over its competitors. Furthermore, Avinash asked Rohan to apologise to Mr. Manoj, and take back his complaint. He also hinted that if he refused to comply, his internship in the company will be ended with immediate effect. a) What are the ethical issues involved in this case study? b) Rohan considers you a wise person and seeks your advice. As a friend of Rohan, what advice will you give him under these circumstances? c) What are the reasons for the acceptance of this kind of corruption? What steps can be taken to tackle the same?

25 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021

CorruptionEthical Dilemmas in Government

Aarav was a young man in his early twenties, working as a promising IAS officer recently posted in a prominent district. His family, well-respected and influential in their community, arranged his marriage to Priya, a bright and educated young woman from a nearby town. The marriage was celebrated lavishly, with local leaders, senior bureaucrats, and influential people attending the grand ceremony. To the outside world, Aarav and Priya seemed like an ideal couple. However, behind closed doors, Aarav's parents soon began demanding additional dowry shortly after the wedding. Despite their respectable social standing and Aarav's prestigious position in government service, they were never satisfied with what Priya's family had given at the time of marriage. They repeatedly reminded Priya of the 'promised gifts' that they claimed were incomplete: a new car, more gold jewelry, and financial help to buy an upscale apartment in the city. Aarav, caught between his duty as a husband and his deep-seated conditioning to obey and please his parents, often tried to mediate but rarely stood up firmly for Priya. He rationalized that as an officer entrusted with maintaining law and order in society, he should avoid any scandal that could tarnish his family's reputation and his own career prospects. He was raised to believe that family honor and parental wishes were paramount. Meanwhile, Priya bore the brunt of daily taunts, subtle threats, and constant emotional harassment. Her mother-in-law would belittle her for "bringing shame" to their family by not fulfilling her family's so-called promises. Whenever Priya's parents visited, they were met with humiliation and veiled threats about sending Priya back if they did not arrange more money. Fearing for their daughter's marriage and social standing, Priya's father sold part of his ancestral land to provide additional cash and jewelry. But the demands never stopped. Aarav, though fully aware of the injustice and the fact that dowry harassment was illegal under Indian law chose silence over confrontation, convincing himself that confronting his parents would shatter family harmony and invite public shame. As the pressure mounted, Priya's mental health deteriorated. She grew withdrawn and anxious, confiding in her parents about the relentless harassment but begging them not to take any legal action. She feared social stigma, public scandal, and the impact it might have on Aarav's reputation and career. Aarav, meanwhile, continued to live with the moral conflict between his role as an upholder of the law and his inability to protect his own wife from a crime happening within his own household. (a) Discuss the ethical dilemmas faced by Aarav in this scenario. (b) Suggest institutional and social mechanisms that can prevent dowry harassment cases like this and support victims who fear social stigma if they take legal action. (c) Examine how social conditioning and family honor often influence ethical decision-making in Indian families.

20 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025

Ethical Dilemmas in GovernmentFamily, Society and Education

India ranks 85th amongst 180 countries in the Corruption Perception Index of 2021. In this context, discuss the various ways to tackle corruption in India, with special reference to Kautilya's Arthashastra.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023

CorruptionIndian Thinkers

You have joined a government district hospital as a junior doctor. After working for few months, you find that substantial misappropriation of public funds is taking place. The fund was meant for procurement of medical devices and essential medicines which are being diverted to private clinics of doctors working in the hospital and to the private pharmacies. You report this to your immediate senior and you find that he too is involved in this, along with the chief medical officer. He asks you to keep quiet and come along or face adverse consequences. Every day you find people spending out of their pockets for medicines to which they are entitled free of cost. What options do you have to ensure probity in the utilization of funds in this case? Which one will you choose and why?

20 marks · 300 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018

CorruptionUtilisation of Public Funds

Identify the ethical issues involved in the given case. (b) What are the options available to Ramesh in this situation? Evaluate each of them. (c) Had you been at Ramesh's place, what would have been your course of action? Give reasons for the same. (a) Highlight the options available to you in this scenario and evaluate each of them. What course of action will you take and why? (b) Is there a need for having reasonable restrictions on social media for it to remain a platform of healthy and fruitful engagement. Analyse from the viewpoint of different stakeholders.

20 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2017

CorruptionEthical Dilemmas in Government

Punitive vigilance deters corruption, preventive vigilance reduces opportunities for corruption while participative vigilance fosters a culture of transparency and accountability, eliminating the root cause of corruption. Critically examine this statement with relevant examples

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025

CorruptionTransparency and Information

You are posted in the Department of Mines, and one of your roles is to help your Department Head negotiate mining leases with private contractors. Recently, the state government demarcated a new mining zone and planned to invite bids for the mining blocs. You were instructed to oversee the bidding process and speed up the contract negotiations. As planned, the tenders were released, bids came in, and tenders were allocated as per the norms. All this happened at a breakneck speed. You wondered, why the hurry? But it was not your place to think and question; you quietly went about your work. As the contractors were about to start operations, you had to instruct them on environmental concerns to watch out for. And to do that, you read the environmental impact assessment report submitted by a consulting firm hired by the department. To your surprise, the report was shoddy and looked cooked up. You got suspicious and raised the issue with your Head, who politely instructed you to do what you were told, and he reminded you that the Department of the Ministry. After the meeting, you, on your own accord, did some digging and found out that the report was fraudulent and the mining activity that was about to start would lead to a massive environmental disaster which the State could not afford. (a) What are the issues and value violations you notice in the above case? (b) What are the options available to you? (c) Discuss the advantage and disadvantages of each option and identify your chosen course of action. (d) Do you think that environmental considerations are sometimes overrated at the cost of development?

20 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023

Environmental EthicsEthical Dilemmas in Government

Present real data and plan of action to control it

Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2017

CorruptionEthical Dilemmas in Government

It is said, "power corrupts, absolute power corrupts absolutely", highlighting on essence of responsible use of power.

Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023

Probity in GovernanceCorruption

You are a Sub-Divisional magistrate of a large city, having the reputation of a very honest and upright officer. A huge hospital in your city is working day and night to ensure Emergency services are carried out because of the COVID-19 pandemic. One night, during monsoons, fire engulfed the Covid ward causing instant death of 20 patients including 10 minors. Many more were seriously injured requiring immediate medical attention. The mishap resulted in a big hue and cry, forcing the government to institute an inquiry. Your preliminary enquiry has revealed a series of anomalies. The material used for the cables was of poor quality. Despite the approved building plans permitting only one basement, an additional basement has been constructed which required more power demand causing stress on the system. This was overlooked during the periodic electrical inspections by the building inspector of the municipal corporation. In your enquiry, you noticed that the hospital has more demand of power than sanctioned by the electricity department. Apart from this you also noticed many irregularities in compliance to the fire safety guidelines. There were no proper exit routes indications and many other technical irregularities. The permission to have higher load demand and No Objection Certificate for fire safety was accorded by the previous Sub-Divisional Magistrate who is not only your senior and well known to you professionally, but also a good friend. Prima facie, the case appears to be of a widespread nexus between officials of the district administration and the hospitals. Your colleagues are putting pressure on you to go slow in the enquiry. The previous SDM happens to be a close relative of a powerful minister in the state cabinet. The previous SDM is persuading you to hush up the matter, promising you a fortune to do so. He also hinted that if this matter is not resolved at the earliest in his favour there is somebody in his office who is waiting to file a case against you under the POSH Act. (a) Discuss the ethical issues involved in the case. (b) What are the options available to you in this situation? (c) Explain your selected course of action.

20 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022

CorruptionPressure and Loyalty

Transparency is not only a bulwark against corruption in administration but also strengthens moral standards in governance. Discuss.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022

Transparency and InformationProbity in Governance

Share the reports with chairperson (c) If EIA comes out against chairperson, leak the report anonymously

Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024

Ethical Dilemmas in GovernmentCorruption

Identify the issues that have created barriers to a responsive grievance redressal mechanism.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2019

Quality of Service DeliveryProbity in Governance

You are an employee of an MNC. Your finances are in precarious condition with your mother admitted in a hospital and two school going children. One day, you read media reports that your friend Ramesh, cleared the Civil services and was allotted IAS service. You remembered that many years back when you were at work, Ramesh called in distress to meet you. Upon meeting he told you that his attempts at UPSC Civil services preparation were over and he was tense because of that. Being amazed by the news, you tried to figure out how Ramesh was able to clear the exam despite exhausting his attempts. For this, you investigated at your own level. After some research you came to know that he forged his identity papers, address proofs and other documents to take OBC reservation and made a false PwBD certificate from a doctor known to him. You, being close to Ramesh, also know that he is neither an OBC nor a disabled person. You called Ramesh and asked him to be truthful and declare his wrongdoings. On this Ramesh offered you a well furnished flat in one of the reputed colonies of Pune along with the hospital bills of your mother being covered, if you do not disclose the case to any one. a) Discuss the ethical issues involved in the case. b) Evaluate the options available to you in the above situation. c) Which of the above will be most appropriate for you to take and why?

20 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024

CorruptionEthical Dilemmas in Government

You are a civil services aspirant and often engage in rousing discussions with your friends on issues in news. One of your close friends, who is also a fellow aspirant, comes to you for discussing some of the issues related to ethical conduct in public service. He raises the following points:- 1. In the present times, when unethical environments are quite prevalent, individual attempts to stick to ethical principles may cause a lot of problems in one's career. It may cause hardship to the family members as well as risk to one's life. Why should we not be pragmatic and follow the path of least resistance, and be happy with doing whatever good we can? 2. When so many people are adopting wrong means and are grossly harming the system, what difference would it make if only a small minority tries to be ethical? They are going to be rather ineffective and are bound to get frustrated. 3. If we become fussy about ethical considerations, will it not hamper the economic progress of our country? After all in the present age of high competition we cannot afford to be left behind in the race of development 4. It is understandable that we should not get involved in grossly unethical practices, but giving and accepting small gratifications and doing small favours increases everybody's motivation. It also makes the system more efficient. What is wrong in adopting such practices? Critically analyze the above viewpoints. On the basis of this analysis, what will be your advice to your friend?

20 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023

Civil Service ValuesCorruption

You are a young officer posted as the Sub Divisional Magistrate in a district which houses factories for making match boxes and fire crackers. It is brought to your notice that a large number of children are working in these hazardous activities. The government had previously released a notification that owners of these manufacturing units need to report on the profiles of their employees annually to prevent child labour. These manufacturing units, abiding by the directives of the government, publish such reports and claim to have successfully put an end to employment of child labour. However, there are reports that these units are taking advantage of loopholes in the law. They are using contractors to continue to indirectly hire children without them officially being on the payroll of the units. Families of these child labourers are poor and see this as an essential source of income. An influential local politician also owns some of these manufacturing units and is known to put pressure on the officers involved for not taking any action against child labour. (a) Identify the stakeholders and ethical issues in this case (b) How would you approach the problem and what would be the main elements of your action? (c) What medium to long-term measures will you propose to tackle the problem of child labour in the district?

20 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021

CorruptionCivil Service Values