GS4 · Topic
Dimensions of Ethics
What ethics is and how it is divided: descriptive, normative and applied ethics, the essence and determinants of ethical action, consequences of ethics in human action.
503 UPSC Mains GS4 questions on Dimensions of Ethics that toppers answered in test series, CSE 2014–2025, most answered first. Open one to see how toppers opened, built and closed it.
The steady decline in sex ratio suggests that marked improvement in the economy and literacy rates do not seem to have had any impact on this index. In fact, the availability of new technology and its easy access for the urban, wealthy and educated have worsened the trend and harmed the status of women in Indian society. (a) Explain why the phenomenon should not be simply viewed as a medical or legal issue and more attention should be given to the ethical issues involved. (b) Give some suggestions to tackle the problem of declining sex ratio. (c) Discuss the ethical dilemma involved in Right to abortion vs. Prevention of female foeticide. How can this be resolved?
20 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2020
Dimensions of EthicsHuman Values
"As biotechnology blurs the lines between healing and enhancement, nature and design, the ethical foundations of science face unprecedented scrutiny." Critically examine the role of Bio Ethics in dealing with the ethical challenges posed by advancements in biotechnology.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Technology and EthicsDimensions of Ethics
What do you understand by ethical dilemma? Bring out some examples of ethical dilemma often faced by civil servants.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2020
Ethical Dilemmas in GovernmentDimensions of Ethics
Given are two quotations of moral thinker/philosophers. For each of these, bring out what it means to you in the present context: (a) "It is easy to hate and it is difficult to love. This is how the whole scheme of things works. All good things are difficult to achieve; and bad things are very easy to get."
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2016
Human ValuesDimensions of Ethics
There is a gradual revival in the number of clinical trials being done in India. What are the major ethical issues involved in it? Can compensation justify it? Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Dimensions of EthicsEthical Dilemmas in Government
Courage is the first of human qualities because it the quality that guarantees the others.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Human ValuesDimensions of Ethics
Explain the statement "Wisdom is the acceptance of truth".
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Dimensions of EthicsWorld Thinkers
Reasons behind apathy of people towards issues like waste disposal affecting the larger interests of the society?
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Family, Society and EducationHuman Values
"The sad truth is that most evil is done by people who never make up their minds to be either good or evil." - Hannah Arendt
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Dimensions of EthicsWorld Thinkers
"The world is a dangerous place to live; not because of the people who are evil, but because of the people who don't do anything about it"
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2016
Dimensions of EthicsHuman Values
"Academic freedom is the bedrock of scholarly inquiry and intellectual progress." Examine the ethical issues that arise when educational institutions yield to political, social, or economic pressures and compromise academic freedom.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2017
Family, Society and EducationDimensions of Ethics
Discuss the ethical issues involved in product endorsements. (b) Explain the role of attitudinal and behavioral change in maintaining cleanliness in India. Q2. (a) Do you think that the poor in our country are excluded from mainstream due to the moral choices of the rich? Discuss. (b) What are the ethical issues involved in commercial surrogacy? Discuss. Q3. (a) What are the ethical challenges faced by journalists in contemporary times? (b) What are the sources that help determine the correctness of an action? How can these provide guidelines in public life? Q4. (a) When is it ethically justified for an employee to leak information about their organization? Support with an example. (b) 'Competition is good for society, but it also has a dark side.' Discuss.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2017
Dimensions of EthicsAttitude
Today, homosexuality and queer identities may be acceptable to more Indians than ever before, but within the boundaries of family, home and school, acceptance of their sexuality and freedom to openly express their gender choices still remain a constant struggle for LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer) people. While LGBTQ voices heard through several online and real-world platforms form an important part of LGBTQ activism, these expose only a small part of the diverse challenges faced by the community. In light of this situation: (a) Explain the ways in which discrimination against LGBTQs creates problems for them in different aspects of life. (b) What attitudinal changes are necessary to adopt a more humane approach towards this group for their betterment and assimilation in the society?
20 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2020
Dimensions of EthicsFamily, Society and Education
"A man's conscience and his judgement is the same thing and as the judgement, so also the conscience, may be erroneous."
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2017
Dimensions of EthicsSources of Ethical Guidance
The moral circle of humanity has been expanding constantly over time. Discuss in this context whether non-human entities should have the same rights as human beings.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Environmental EthicsDimensions of Ethics
Nations must incorporate morality in their climate action for just and equitable distribution of global carbon space. In this light, bring out and discuss ethical dimensions in India's climate action plans and commitments.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Environmental EthicsDimensions of Ethics
“Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony”.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Dimensions of EthicsIntegrity
What do each of the following quotations mean to you? (a) Every man must decide whether he will walk in the light of creative altruism or the darkness of destructive selfishness. – Martin Luther King Jr. (b) Let us sacrifice our today so that our children can have a better tomorrow. – A.P.J. Abdul Kalam (c) I measure the progress of a community by the degree of progress which women have achieved. – B.R. Ambedkar
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Human ValuesDimensions of Ethics
Explain briefly what you understand by: Which one makes the most sense to you and why? Give examples.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Ethical TheoriesDimensions of Ethics
"Honest disagreement is often a good sign" - Mahatma Gandhi. What do you understand by this statement in the present day scenario?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper
Indian ThinkersDimensions of Ethics
Are all professions morally equivalent or are some superior to others?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2014
Dimensions of EthicsEthics in Private and Public Life
What do you understand by environmental ethics? How are laws and ethics different from each other?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Environmental EthicsLaw and Morality
Privileges and principles are two sides of the same coin. One is essentially accompanied by the other. In modern individualistic society, people often value their privilege more than the principles. This degenerates the society and is not conducive for its development.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2017
Human ValuesFamily, Society and Education
If you want to test a character of a man, give him power.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Dimensions of EthicsHuman Values
Differentiating between courage and bravery, discuss why courage is often thought of as the first of all virtues.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper
Human ValuesDimensions of Ethics
India is a patriarchal society where women's conduct is often tried to be regulated. Prescription of dress code is a manifestation of same patriarchal mindset. It has following implications :-
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2017
Dimensions of EthicsEthics in Private and Public Life
Given below are three quotations of great thinkers. What do each of these quotations convey to you in the present context? a) "The greatest glory in living lies not in never failing, but in rising every time we fail."- Nelson Mandela
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper
Human ValuesDimensions of Ethics
If parents are not ready, then even if one forces them to have the child, they won't be able to give him/her the future it deserves
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Family, Society and EducationDimensions of Ethics
Discuss whether some restrictions on enjoyment of freedom are necessary in the interest of social harmony.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2020
Dimensions of EthicsLaw and Morality
As the current generation is responsible for climate change, it should take moral ownership and be held responsible for solving the crisis.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2019
Environmental EthicsDimensions of Ethics