GS4 · Topic
Probity in Governance
The concept of public service and the philosophical basis of governance and probity, taken as the syllabus states it.
235 UPSC Mains GS4 questions on Probity in Governance that toppers answered in test series, CSE 2013–2025, most answered first. Open one to see how toppers opened, built and closed it.
Strengthen the internal and external mechanisms to check corruption.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
CorruptionProbity in Governance
What do you understand by probity? Why is it considered essential for good governance?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper
Probity in Governance
A building located in a clustered urban locality caught fire. The Fire subsequently got spread to a restaurant in the vicinity. A birthday was party going on in the restaurant. As a consequence, a number of people including women and children died. The government immediately announced cash relief to the aggrieved families and arrested the builder. Give reasons for such incidents taking place across the country. Suggest measures to prevent their occurrence.
20 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper
Probity in GovernanceCorruption
RTI Act 2005 was revolutionary in ensuring transparency & accountability in government institutions, values which are precursor to good governance.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Transparency and InformationAccountability and Ethical Governance
Our probity is not less at the mercy of fortune than our property. What do you mean by probity in governance? Discuss ways of inculcating probity in public life.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper
Probity in GovernanceCivil Service Values
The Right to Information transforms the veil of government secrecy into a window of transparency. Examine.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Transparency and InformationProbity in Governance
Identifying the issues associated with utilization of public funds, discuss the various ethical principles which can help devise strategies for better utilization of public funds in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Utilisation of Public FundsProbity in Governance
There is broad consensus that the state has failed to effectively deliver public services to its citizens, particularly the poor. In this context, discuss the need for providing incentives, building state capacity and ensuring transparency for better service delivery.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Quality of Service DeliveryTransparency and Information
What is code of conduct? How is it different from code of ethics?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper
Codes of Ethics and ConductProbity in Governance
Probity in public life is nothing but the reflection of integrity in personal life. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Probity in GovernanceIntegrity
Listed below are few qualities which a public servant should possess. Justify their relevance in public life and explain how they are necessary for ethical governance?
20 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2013
Civil Service ValuesProbity in Governance
Issue of sewage problem which if not resolved may lead to health issues in my workforce.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Probity in GovernanceEmpathy and Compassion
In spite of the existence of a Code of Conduct for public servants, its implementation has been tardy and of limited success. Discuss. Further, suggest steps which could be taken to improve the efficacy of the Code of Conduct. What role can Code of Ethics play in reinforcing the Code of Conduct.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Codes of Ethics and ConductProbity in Governance
Discuss the role of ethics and values in turning India into a 5 trillion-dollar economy.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Civil Service ValuesCorporate Governance
Kautilya’s teachings for running an effective administration and achieving welfare goals remain relevant even today. Justify with suitable illustration.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Indian ThinkersCivil Service Values
In India, there are conduct rules, which govern an officer's behaviour and conduct. These include the Central Services (Conduct) Rules, 1964, All India Services (Conduct) Rules, 1968 etc. Do you think there is a need for a separate Code of Ethics for civil servants in India? What important values should be part of such a Code of Ethics?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Codes of Ethics and ConductCivil Service Values
Rama, recently appointed as the chairperson of the Indian stock market regulator, has led a remarkable tenure, guiding the stock market to unprecedented success and surpassing previous records. However, amidst this period of achievement, serious allegations have emerged from a U.S.-based research and investment firm known as Hindenburg. The firm's report accuses Rama of deliberately stalling an ongoing investigation into alleged stock manipulation involving the business tycoon Sunil's firm, a probe that had been initiated over a year ago. The report further alleges that Rama's husband has investments in offshore accounts linked to Sunil's business empire and claims that Rama has issued official directives that inadvertently benefit her husband's U.S.-based firm. These allegations have resulted in a significant decline in the stock market's performance. In response, Rama has defended her actions, asserting that her husband's investments were made before she assumed the chairperson role and that she is being unfairly targeted as part of a broader attempt to tarnish her public image. Following the publication of these allegations, the market has suffered a noticeable downturn, and the government is now facing mounting pressure from opposition leaders to consider removing Rama from her position to address the concerns raised. Given the situation answer the following: a) Identify the stakeholders involved in the case. b) What options does Rama have to maintain the integrity of her office in this situation? Which option should she choose, and why? c) What are the fundamental ethical values that must be upheld by a public regulatory office? [20M]
20 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Conflict of InterestProbity in Governance
Corruption is an unethical practice which leads to corrosion of public administration system.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
CorruptionAccountability and Ethical Governance
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
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
Identify the various traits of work culture associated with government organisations in India. Also, suggest ways in which a healthy work culture can be created to meet the objectives of good-governance.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2019
Work CultureProbity in Governance
Huge sums of public funds are used in populist measures for electoral gains. What are the ethical issues associated with the freebie culture?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Utilisation of Public FundsProbity in Governance
Probity means more than just the avoidance of corrupt or dishonest conduct. Discuss with suitable examples.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper
Probity in GovernanceIntegrity
What is social accountability? How can it act as a more effective mechanism than the conventional methods of extracting accountability? What steps can a civil servant take to improve the effectiveness of social accountability in India?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2015
Accountability and Ethical GovernanceProbity in Governance
Probity in governance is an essential and vital requirement for an efficient and effective system of governance and for socio-economic development. Discuss. Also, state ways to enhance probity in governance.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Probity in GovernanceAccountability and Ethical Governance
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
What does 'public service' mean to you? Describe the various ways in which one can serve the public. Does one necessarily serve the public better by entering the civil services? Justify your stand.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2017
Probity in GovernanceDedication to Public Service
Transparency is more than mere information sharing. Elaborating on the statement, assess the success of the RTI Act, 2005, in promoting transparency in administration.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper
Transparency and InformationProbity in Governance
Vihar is a state in the Northern part of the country. Prohibition laws in the state completely prohibit the storage, possession, sale, and consumption of liquor in any form. Despite the ban, the liquor mafia in the state has succeeded in supplying spurious liquor through various illegal dens. The activities of liquor mafia flourish under the nose of both the civil administration and the police department. Many Civil Society Organizations, women organizations etc., on numerous occasions complained to the authorities about the illegal production, sale, and consumption of liquor, but their complaints have fallen on deaf ears, and no substantial action was taken by the government to curb the menace. As fate would have it, one day there was an unfortunate incident when a large group of fifty construction labourers died after consuming spurious liquor from an illegal den being operated by the mafia. Many of the victims were sole bread winners of their families. While the state was clear on its position that consuming liquor in the state was an illegal activity that warrants no sympathy or compensation (for the next of kin) from the government, families of the victims and also many CSOs were demanding compensation for the families of the deceased construction laborers. The incident got both national and international coverage in print, electronic, as well as the social media. The pressure on the state government was mounting to amicably resolve the issue. Anjali is posted as the Joint Secretary in the Secretariat. The CM has asked her to create a detailed report on how should the state government handle this crisis. a) Under the given circumstances, what measures should Anjali recommend to handle the above crisis. b) Critically evaluate the decision of state government to not compensate the victims of spurious liquor.
20 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Crisis Decision MakingRules versus Compassion