Ethical Dilemmas in Government

You are newly selected for an International cricket match against Pakistan. Just before the match captain of the team calls you aside and tells you to use sticking gum to alter the condition of the ball during the match. You know that this is a clear case of ball tampering which is illegal in international cricket. Subsequently, you come to know that several senior players are also involved in this. Also, this match is very important for the team for two reasons i.e. 1. To maintain 1st ODI ranking in ICC & 2. It is with Pakistan wherein sentiments of the country are grossly involved. Given this situation, answer the following questions 1. What are the ethical issues involved with Ball-tampering? 2. What are the options available to you? Discuss the merits and demerits of each. Also, what would be your response to the situation?

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

Ethical Dilemmas in GovernmentIntegrity

With stubble burning leading to rising pollution levels, the district is facing severe air quality deterioration, affecting both public health and environmental sustainability. The District Collector is mobilizing his team to implement measures to control stubble burning in an effort to check the rising pollution levels. Along with an awareness campaign on the hazards of stubble burning, strict measures are being taken to prevent farmers from setting fire to crop residue. Vigilance teams are being deployed to monitor rural areas and catch farmers engaging in this practice. This action is agitating the farmers. A delegation of farmers meets with the District Collector to voice their concerns, alleging that while they are being penalized, industries in the region contribute far more to air pollution yet face no such restrictions. However, a recent study commissioned by the state government highlighted that industrial sources are not the major contributors to air pollution in the district while stubble burning is. On the contrary, farmers claim that the administration is biased, favoring industrial interests over agricultural needs. They also allege that the administration is corrupt and is being bribed by industries to overlook the significant pollution they cause. The administration needs to resolve the farmers' grievances, as they are threatening to go on a prolonged protest. At the same time, it must also address the issue of deteriorating air quality. a. What are the ethical dilemmas for the District Collector? b. Identify and evaluate the options available to the District Collector. c. What steps can be taken to address the stakeholders' interests in a mutually compatible way?

20 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper

Crisis Decision MakingEthical Dilemmas in Government

Analyze the following options for the course of action that you would take and evaluate their merits and demerits.

Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023

Crisis Decision MakingEthical Dilemmas in Government

How to seperate personal ethics from professional ethics? (c) How to deal with situation?

Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022

Ethics in Private and Public LifeEthical Dilemmas in Government

Decision making is the essence of administration, but this is a highly complex process which often deals with conflicts namely among interests and sources of authority.

Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024

Ethical Dilemmas in GovernmentCivil Service Values

Is it ethically defensible to pursue global prestige through space missions while everyday injustices like hunger or women's safety remain unresolved? Discuss the role of ethical governance in managing such trade-offs.

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

Ethics in International RelationsEthical Dilemmas in Government

You are appointed as an officer heading the Air Quality Compliance Division of the Environment Pollution Control Board in Delhi-NCR. The region is witnessing alarming levels of air pollution, which typically worsen during the winter months due to various meteorological and anthropogenic factors. The situation has led to severe public health concerns, particularly affecting vulnerable groups such as the elderly, children, and those with respiratory illnesses. The Supreme Court has also raised serious concern over the deteriorating air quality in Delhi-NCR and has directed the administration to take immediate and effective measures to control pollution, especially during the winter months. Your jurisdiction has a large number of small and medium-scale industries that were granted environmental clearance over the years. These industries form the backbone of the local economy and provide employment to a significant number of migrant workers. However, recent inspections and air quality monitoring reports indicate that a significant number of these units are operating in violation of prescribed air emission norms. As part of targeted measures to curb air pollution, you issued notices to all identified polluting units, directing them to apply for fresh environmental clearance certificates from the competent authority. However, your decision triggered strong opposition from a section of industrial units, labour unions, and local politicians. Industrial owners argued that that such action would lead to production shutdowns, financial losses, and shortages of their products in the market. Labour unions and workers also protested, fearing mass unemployment and livelihood insecurity. Local politicians and vested interests accused you of jeopardising the socio-economic stability of the region. You received representations from various quarters urging you to withdraw the notices and not initiate harsh measures, citing the interests of multiple stakeholders. Additionally, you began receiving anonymous threats, aimed at coercing you into reversing your decision. On the other hand, several of your colleagues supported your stance, encouraging you to act in the larger public interest. Several local NGOs and environmental groups rallied behind your actions, demanding the immediate closure of polluting units. a. Under the given conditions, what are the options available to you? b. Critically evaluate each of the options listed by you. c. What are the ethical dilemmas being faced by you?

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

Ethical Dilemmas in GovernmentEnvironmental Ethics

You are the Superintendent of Police (SP) of a district. Recently an incident of rape and murder of a doctor occurred in your district leading to huge public outrage. There were protests organised by the doctors' fraternity in order to demand justice for the victim. You were trying to ensure the law and order remain intact in the district. In the meantime media reports mentioned the perpetrator of the crime to be a civil volunteer of your department. This led to social media allegations against your department accusing the Police of favouring the accused. Also, there were other rumours on social media like involvement of trainee doctors in the crime, renovation of the hospital to remove the evidence etc. To add fuel to the entire scenario, reports of circulation of the pictures of the victim also came. All this led to mob violence in the city. The mob disrupted the peaceful protest of doctors and also broke the hospital equipment and beds etc. You received a call from the Commissioner of Police to take necessary action as the progress in resolving the case is being reported to the Chief Minister directly. a) Discuss the ethical issues involved in the case. b) What course of action would you take to maintain law and order? c) What steps have been taken by the government to ensure safety of women at the workplace? Suggest some additional steps that can be taken.

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

Crisis Decision MakingEthical Dilemmas in Government

Industrial licence was allocated on the basis of vested interest in the pre-liberalisation era.

Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2017

Conflict of InterestCivil Service Values

A public servant's primary duty is to recognise the importance of public interest and ensure that it is upheld. How can a public servant balance professional responsibilities while ensuring the public good is effectively served?

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper

Dedication to Public ServiceCivil Service Values

The recent NEET case, where an organised group facilitated paper leaks and cheating, has brought to the fore the persistent issue of malpractice in public examinations. As an official involved in conducting the examination, you discover that a software company, responsible for the digital infrastructure, is in collusion with a crime syndicate. The syndicate is pressuring you to ignore irregularities, threatening you and your family, while simultaneously promising financial rewards that could help you secure your daughter's medical admission. Discuss the ethical issues involved, your response to this situation, and the pros and cons of online examinations in this context.

Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025

Ethical Dilemmas in GovernmentCorruption

You are the District Collector of Malinar, a coastal district in Kerala. The Government of India has recently implemented a nationwide ban on bottom trawling under the Marine Fisheries (Regulation & Management) Rules, 2024, citing serious ecological damage caused by the practice. However, in Malinar district, a majority of the traditional fishing community has relied solely on bottom trawling for decades. Most fishermen possess only trawling boats and lack the training or resources to transition to alternative practices. The situation has intensified ahead of the upcoming United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) "Oceans for Tomorrow" Conference, to be hosted in Kochi. The central government wants to showcase strict enforcement and marine conservation achievements. You receive a formal directive from the State Secretariat to take strict legal action, including seizure of boats and arrests, against fishermen found violating the ban. Simultaneously, a confidential note warns you that any negative media attention or footage of illegal trawling from your district could "embarrass the state" and jeopardize national image at the global forum. Local tension has mounted as environment-related NGOs have started posting satellite-based evidence of illegal trawling. Simultaneously, fishermen's cooperatives are protesting, arguing that they have no alternative source of income and that seizing boats will render hundreds destitute. They are threatening to block access to the district port and dump fish waste outside government offices if the crackdown continues. (a) Who are the key stakeholders in this case? Analyze their perspectives and conflicting interests. (b) As the District Collector, what are the options available to you to handle this situation? Evaluate the merits and demerits of each option. (c) What steps will you take and why? Justify your decision. Local tensions rise as environmental NGOs begin posting satellite-based evidence of illegal trawling. Fishermen's cooperatives are protesting, arguing that they have no alternative source of income, and any seizure of boats will push hundreds into destitution. They threaten to block access to the district harbour and dump fish waste outside government offices if strict enforcement continues. (a) Who are the principal stakeholders in this case? Analyse their perspectives and conflicting interests. (b) As the District Collector, what are the various options available to you to address the situation? Evaluate the merits and demerits of each option. (c) What course of action would you take and why? Justify your decision. You are a senior researcher at a prominent cosmetic company, responsible for overseeing the testing phase of a new anti-aging product. The company proposes using mice to assess the safety and efficacy of the product. However, there is growing public concern over animal testing, particularly from animal rights groups, which argue that using animals for cosmetic testing is both cruel and unnecessary. Further, regulatory bodies have established strict procedures that cosmetic companies must follow to ensure safety for consumers. You, being a proponent of ethical practices, are conflicted between meeting the company's market deadlines and adhering to your personal beliefs regarding animal rights. You are also bound by the stringent procedures established by regulatory bodies. However, the company is facing year-on-year losses due to intense competition. An internal marketing study reveals increasing demand for anti-aging products and test on mice is the fastest method to achieve reliable results. Although the company has guidelines for humane treatment of animals, you feel uneasy about the ethical implications of using animals, especially given the availability of alternative testing methods like in-vitro testing and 3D human skin models. (a) What are the key ethical dilemmas you face in using animals for cosmetic research?

20 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper

Environmental EthicsEthical Dilemmas in Government

Case Study 2: You are the District Collector of a rural district where traditional social customs and religious practices strongly influence daily life. Recently, a case has emerged involving a local temple and its long-standing tradition of excluding women from certain religious rituals and spaces. A group of educated young women from the village, inspired by the increasing national dialogue on gender equality, has petitioned for the right to participate in these religious rituals. They argued that excluding women is discriminatory and violates their constitutional rights. However, the temple authorities and a significant portion of the local community vehemently oppose this change, citing religious texts and long-standing customs. As the District Collector, you face a complex ethical dilemma. Legally, you are obliged to uphold the Indian Constitution, which guarantees equality and prohibits gender-based discrimination. However, enforcing this law could lead to significant unrest in the community, where traditional customs and religious beliefs are deeply entrenched. And you are aware that the district has a history of unrest on religious matters, and local politicians did not mind stoking the unrest for political gains. The moral argument for gender equality clashes with the community's religious sentiments. The temple authorities believe that altering the rituals would desecrate their sacred traditions. Meanwhile, the women demanding entry see this as a moral and legal fight for their rights. You as a district collector was in a precarious dilemma, one on hand being a progressive officer you knew what is the right thing to do but on the other as an administrative professional you didn't want an unrest with religious tone at your hands. 1.

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

Ethical Dilemmas in GovernmentLaw and Morality

Administrative discretion can be a blessing if used correctly, however its misuse can prove to be a curse. Discuss with examples.

Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2020

Ethical Dilemmas in GovernmentAccountability and Ethical Governance

What are the main causes of workplace harassment? Suggest measures to prevent it in public offices.

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

Civil Service ValuesWork Culture

Arushi is a young IPS officer known for her competence, integrity, and relentless dedication to challenging tasks. Recognizing her excellent track record, her superiors have chosen her to handle a sensitive assignment in a tribal-dominated district notorious for illegal bauxite mining. Here, the mafia mines bauxite from mineral-rich lands, transports it by truck, and sells it on the black market. This illegal operation thrives with the support of certain local officials and tribal musclemen who intimidate the local population and bribe select poor tribals to maintain control and silence. Upon assuming the new role, Arushi quickly grasps the ground realities and identifies the mafia's modus operandi, characterized by a series of devious tactics. Her inquiries reveal that several employees in her office are colluding with the mafia, forming an unholy nexus that enables these illegal operations. Determined to dismantle this network, she initiates strict actions, including raids on trucks transporting illegally mined bauxite. These actions significantly disrupt the mafia's operations, unsettling criminals unaccustomed to such resistance. Some office employees allegedly allied with the mafia inform the criminals of her determination to dismantle their operations, posing a serious threat to their profits. In response, the mafia adopts a counter-offensive strategy. Tribal strongmen and mafia operatives begin issuing direct threats to her, warning of severe consequences if the raids continue. Her family (husband and elderly mother) are stalked and placed under virtual surveillance, causing mental anguish and stress for them all. Matters assume serious propositions when a muscleman appears in her office and threatens that if she does not halt raids, etc., she will suffer the same fate as a predecessor officer who was killed by the mafia a decade earlier. a) Discuss the ethical issues involved in this case. b) Identify and evaluate the different options available to Arushi under the given situation. c) Which option should she adopt and why?

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

Ethical Dilemmas in GovernmentProbity in Governance

The District Magistrate should inform about his experience to higher authorities and take the moral responsibility by tendering his resignation as he has not only failed to streamline the public service delivery in the district but also because of him two extremists are free. Suggest any other possible option(s). Evaluate all of them and suggest the best course of action, giving your reasons for it.

20 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2015

Crisis Decision MakingEthical Dilemmas in Government

As you started the inquiry, you realized Ajay was closely involved with the Minister and his deals. As evidence started piling up, you were shocked to notice Ajay's questionable decisions favoring the Minister and friends. Further, you found evidence of Ajay having assets disproportionately much higher than his declared sources of income. When you shared the details with the Secretary, he immediately ordered you to search Ajay's office and home as he believed Ajay was the medium through which they could catch the Minister for shady land deals. You were in a bind as you knew a search operation would tarnish Ajay's reputation and be traumatic for the family. (a) What are the ethical issues and dilemmas involved in the above case? (b) What are the options available to you? (c) Select your chosen course of action after analyzing the options. (d) What must be your moral motivation in the above case? Should it be duty, care, or consequences?

20 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper

Ethical Dilemmas in GovernmentIntegrity

Discuss the issue with social Media Head and present ethical issues

Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021

Technology and EthicsEthical Dilemmas in Government

Adhering to high standards of transparency is often in conflict with the duty towards maintaining confidentiality. With examples, elaborate on the problems faced by public servants in effective discharge of duties during such situations. Also, discuss the ethical framework that should guide the decisions in these circumstances.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2017

Transparency and InformationEthical Dilemmas in Government

You are the principal of a school located in a tier 2 city. One day the parents of a child approached you complaining that their 4 year old girl has been sexually assaulted by one of the attendants in the school washroom. Considering it a very serious matter, you promptly raised the issue to the management. However they paid no heed to it considering it as a fabricated case to destroy the reputation of the school. Two days later, the parents of another girl along with a local politician came with a similar complaint. While you were trying to get details of the matter, the news of the assault spread throughout the city. This led to widespread protests by the locals. To add fire to the scenario, the political parties also declared a bandh throughout the state. You decided to raise the matter again to the management, but again they asked you to remain silent as the reputation of the school was at stake. You requested them to constitute a committee to carry out a detailed enquiry into the whole matter, but to your surprise they straightaway denied it and instead asked to cover up the whole issue. They also offered to promote you to the management board and raise your salary, provided you handle the matter effectively. a) What are the Ethical dilemmas faced by you in the above scenario? b) Evaluate the options available to you in the given scenario. c) What are the measures taken by the Government to prevent sexual offences against children? What additional steps can be taken to make the school environment safer for children?

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

Ethical Dilemmas in GovernmentCorporate Governance

Rashmi is a trained nurse and has an experience of over 20 years. She joined as a contractual nurse in a government hospital during the second wave of Covid-19. At the peak of the second wave of Covid, the health system of the country crumbled under the large number of infections. There was a severe shortage of not only items like medicine, oxygen cylinders etc but also of trained staff. To address the bed shortage, many temporary covid camps were established and to cope up with the dearth of trained staff, the government started hiring on contractual basis. Many nurses, computer operators, sweepers and others in support staff were temporarily hired for the covid period in accordance with outsourcing policy for emergency services at government hospitals. Due to their immense contribution in fight against the pandemic, they were recognized as 'corona warriors'. During their hiring, a verbal promise was made to them that, 'corona warriors' would be given preference in other government hirings. Rashmi signed a contract stating the term of her employment as three months, which was subsequently extended for three more months and so on. After a year, as the number of covid infections have declined, the government has closed many of the temporary camps. Vaccination drive has also shown a decelerating trend as the majority of the population has been inoculated with at least one dose. This has reduced the requirement of nurses, computer operators and other supporting staff. Rashmi was served a 15 day notice and her contractual employment was terminated. Government has cited that since covid wave has subsided, health infrastructure in the country. [Note: The source text appears to be missing text here.] Rashmi recalls her ordeal while taking care of patients during the second wave of Covid-19. She did continuous night shifts which usually stretched to 12-13 hours. Wearing PPE and 3 layers of masks made simple tasks like drinking water or using the washroom very difficult. Dealing with patients, some angry while others grieving, was an emotional drain. Rashmi also played a very important role in the vaccination drive, sometimes vaccinating more than 400 people per day. Many corona warriors contracted disease and died while doing their duty. Corona warriors have put their life on the line to save the country from the pandemic. But after termination of the contract, Rashmi feels that the government has acted with a 'use and throw' attitude. Rashmi and other corona warriors have started protesting near the health ministry, demanding permanent government employment. On the basis of this case, answer the following questions: 1) What are the various ethical issues involved in this case? 2) Do you think Rashmi is justified in demanding a permanent government job? 3) Do you think the government is justified in terminating the contracts of corona warriors? 4) Consider yourself in the position of Health secretary in the concerned state. What would you do to address the issue at hand?

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

Ethical Dilemmas in GovernmentDedication to Public Service

Upon his recent appointment as DM of a district, Naveen finds that the local MP is involved in misappropriation of MPLADS funds. The local staff and the previous DCs have turned a blind eye to this practice for their own benefit. There is a strong nexus between the MP and the local administration. The villagers are deprived of the basic amenities for which the funds were meant. (a) Identify the ethical issues involved in the case. (b) Examine the options available to Naveen and suggest the best course of action. (c) What long-term measures would you suggest to improve the situation?

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

Utilisation of Public FundsCorruption

One of the states in India has experienced violent protest by a dominant caste in which there are also reports of gang-rape of women belonging to lower castes that are poor and have not been part of the protest. Even if military has been called still violence has not been controlled although abated. There are rumours that the state government issued order to administration not to take action against protesters as the government was working at political level to find out solution to their demands. The women and their community are feeling horrified and terrified by the incident and they are not speaking up even if the state administration and civil society have appealed to them to come out and file their complaints and their identity will not be disclosed. Such behaviour by them has resulted into some sections in society to question the validity of the incident and media reports. This is increasingly creating a cloud over the incident and the community is fearful of its safety. (a) Suppose you are the DM of one such district where the incident has been reported then what steps will be taken by you to imbibe trust in women and families so that they can come forward report to police? (b) Are there other ways to enquire about the incident whether it has happened or not? Explain. (c) Discuss the role of district police in ensuring safety to the community.

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

Empathy and CompassionCivil Service Values

Explaining what an ethical dilemma is, discuss how it reflects not merely a choice between competing interests and values but also a test of strength of one's character.

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

Ethical Dilemmas in GovernmentDimensions of Ethics

Jyoti Gupta is the environmental compliance manager for a small plastics manufacturing company. She is currently faced with a dilemma on whether or not to spend money on a new technology that will reduce the level of a particular toxin in the wastewater that flows out from the back of the factory into a lake. The factory's emission levels are already within legal limits. However, Jyoti knows that environmental regulations for this particular toxin are lagging behind scientific evidence. In fact, a scientist from the university had been quoted in the newspaper recently, saying that if emission levels stayed at this level, the fish in the lake and rivers in the area might soon have to be declared unsafe for human consumption. Further, if companies in the region don't engage in some self-regulation on this issue, there is reason to fear that the government - backed by public opinion - may force companies to begin using the new technology, and may also begin requiring monthly emission level reports (which would be both expensive and time consuming). But the company's environmental compliance budget is tight. Asking for this new technology to be installed would put Jyoti's department over-budget, and could jeopardize the company's ability to show a profit this year. The following are some suggested options. Please evaluate the merits and demerits of each of the options: 1. Jyoti should focus on her company's financial performance and profits and forget the environmental issue as the compliance budget is already tight. 2. As the emission levels of the company are within legal limits, Jyoti should wait for new governmental regulations first and only after that should think about taking any action. 3. Jyoti should proactively report the matter to the higher management and ensure proper measures are taken but still profits of the company should receive the utmost priority. Also indicate (without necessarily restricting to the above options), what would you advise, giving proper reasons.

20 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2014

Environmental EthicsCorporate Governance

In your personal life you are a religious person and strongly believe in the preservation of socio-cultural beliefs. Your recent posting as an IPS officer has brought you to a district with a widely revered shrine. Shortly after you take charge, you find considerable tension building up in the district on the question of women's entry in the shrine. In this backdrop, the Supreme Court has ruled in favour of women being allowed to enter the shrine. You are aware that there is considerable resentment against the decision. Additionally, several political parties, religious bodies and groups have launched a campaign to defend the tradition. In few weeks the traditional annual pilgrimage to the shrine is going to commence. You suspect that if the situation is not diffused it might lead to law and order problems. (a) What are the key issues at stake here? (b) Do you see any dilemmas in the unfolding situation? (c) In this context, what steps would you take to discharge your duties?

20 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2019

Civil Service ValuesEthical Dilemmas in Government

Prachinmath is a pilgrim town nestled in the laps of Himalayas. The town is part of one of the border states of the country. It serves as the base for a highly revered and well-known pilgrimage undertaken by millions of people every year. The people of Prachinmath, who are largely from a close-knit community of Pahadi tribe, have lived in the area for several generations. The Pahadi people, since many generations, have developed a lifestyle which is integral to the ecosystem of Prachinmath. The traditional knowledge of the tribe passed from one generation to other have helped the people in living with the environment in a sustainable manner. The people of Prachinmath worshipped the local deity, and believed it to be their destiny to live in the region in a peaceful and harmonious way. However, the increasing pace of unplanned development, uncontrolled religious tourism, creation of strategic infrastructure etc., in the contemporary times have fundamentally altered the minimalistic nature of relationship that the people of Prachinmath had with the local/fragile environment. Prachinmath Bachao Committee (PBC), a civil society organization of Pahadi tribals, has consistently opposed the unbridled and brazen exploitation of the resources of Prachinmath. They have through petitions, jan sabhas, nukkad nataks etc., highlighted the grave consequences of the unsustainable development model that the state and Union governments were adopting for Prachinmath. However, their petitions had fallen on deaf ears. Moreover, the government justified the infrastructure creation in Prachinmath in order to cater to its strategic and religious significance. The problems came to a head when the government decided to construct a tunnel in Prachinmath, in order to generate hydroelectricity. The PBC as well as prominent geologists of the country vehemently opposed the idea citing its negative impact upon the region. The scientific community was of the opinion that as Prachinmath sits on geological fault lines and is built on a debris of a landslide, any large-scale construction may cause irreparable damage to the environment. Nevertheless, the government went ahead with the project, constructing the tunnel in a record time, citing its necessity for the energy security of the country. Even many economists were of the opinion that increased energy capacity will help India curtail its import bill. Such steps were hailed by the government as the stepping stone of the country towards strategic autonomy. The worst fears of the local and scientific communities came true when the houses in Prachinmath started showing large cracks. The reason for the crack, as found out after a detailed study, was attributed to the subsidence of land in Prachinmath. The sinking of the land, development of large cracks, collapsing of the buildings etc., caught the attention of social, electronic, and print media alike. Overnight, Prachinmath became the talk of the country. Even the international media highlighted the episode, and the existential threat that it posed to the local communities as well as the environment. The state and Union governments swung into action and formed an expert committee, comprising of scientists, bureaucrats, NDRF/SDRF personnel etc., to look into the matter. The committee advised the government to evacuate Prachinmath completely, as the sinking of the land was continuing. Working on the recommendations of the committee, government prepared a detailed resettlement and rehabilitation plan for the people of Prachinmath. The Pahadi people, who squarely blamed the government for the crisis, felt cheated by the actions of the government and refused to evacuate from Prachinmath, the place of their ancestors. a) What are the various conflicting interests in the above case study. b) As a DM of the district in which Prachinmath falls, how will you convince the people to evacuate from the area? c) What can we do to avoid such situations in the future.

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

Environmental EthicsEthical Dilemmas in Government

In 2017, a leading actress from the Malayalam film industry was abducted and sexually assaulted. This incident and the subsequent investigations have shed light on the systemic issues, gender-based discrimination, and exploitation prevalent in the industry. As the head of a special investigative committee tasked with addressing these issues, how would you approach this situation, considering the ethical dilemmas involved and the need for structural reform?

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

Ethical Dilemmas in GovernmentCivil Service Values

You are the District Magistrate (DM) of a district in the state of Uttarakhand. Ganga river flows through that district. Though the river is considered sacred by millions, it has started facing some ecological challenges. For example, in your district, the pollution of the river by dumping of untreated sewage, industrial and domestic waste etc. is rampant, leading to turning the river's colour black. The banks of the river are used by the people of districts for idol immersion and last rites of the departed, which add to the pollution load in the river. Many environmentalists have raised the concerns that its biodiversity has reduced considerably due to high pollution. Meanwhile, the banks have been encroached on by the poor people of the district as well as migrants. This has led to building of domestic establishments on the river floodplains. Migrant workers demand lower salaries, so the factories with high labour demand have also relocated near the floodplains of the river. Recently the High court of the state has declared the river as a living entity and given it legal rights. It has also ordered you to clear all the encroachments on the bank of the river in your district. Also, the environmental degradation taking place along the river is gaining national attention due to widespread coverage in the media. a) What are the Ethical dilemmas faced by you while following the court order? b) What course of action will you take to follow the order? c) What steps can be taken in the long run to maintain ecological sustainability of this river ecosystem by the district administration?

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

Ethical Dilemmas in GovernmentEnvironmental Ethics