GS4 · Topic
Transparency and Information
Information sharing and transparency in government, the Right to Information, and the limits of disclosure.
155 UPSC Mains GS4 questions on Transparency and Information that toppers answered in test series, CSE 2013–2025, most answered first. Open one to see how toppers opened, built and closed it.
Denying complete information on security and official secrecy purpose
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Transparency and InformationEthical Dilemmas in Government
You are a Public Information Officer (PIO) in Public Works Department. An RTI is filed to know about the allotment of tender to a company for construction of a bridge. While collecting information about the allotment process you came to know that the tender was under-priced. However, you also came to know that it was unintentional and was due to a calculation error which could not be detected during the scrutiny. The under-secretary of the department who is an honest official with an impeccable record and is the final authority for passing the tender has requested you to iron out the deficiencies in your response. His argument is that elections are to be held soon and the company which has got the tender belongs to a relative of senior minister. He fears that his reputation and job as well as of others involved in the process of allotment is at risk. You sympathise with your colleagues and understand that such consequences are possible. 20 (a) What are the options available to you? (b) Evaluate each of these options and choose the option you would adopt, giving reasons.
20 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2017
Ethical Dilemmas in GovernmentTransparency and Information
Transparency and citizen participation are important mechanisms for promoting public ethics and accountability in governance. Elucidate.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Probity in GovernanceAccountability and Ethical Governance
Why is transparency considered a cornerstone of good governance? How can technological tools enhance ethical accountability?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Transparency and InformationAccountability and Ethical Governance
What do you understand by the terms transparency and accountability in administration? Bring out the relationship between the two.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2020
Transparency and InformationAccountability and Ethical Governance