Dimensions of Ethics

Jiya is a first-year student studying political science in a metropolitan city. Jiya belongs to Viddhi, a village located in the state of Satya Pradesh. Even though Jiya is very fond of her ancestral home, she has limited knowledge about the socio-cultural aspects of the region. One day, while talking to her father, Jiya expresses her desire to visit her ancestral place. Her father readily agrees, and advises Jiya to inform her paternal uncle, Suresh, who lives in Viddhi, about her travel plans. On the destined day, Jiya arrives at her village to a grand welcome organised by her uncle. Later in the day, Suresh informs Jiya that in the evening they were all to attend a marriage function in the village. At the function, while having dinner, Jiya noticed that a separate seating arrangement was being made for some people. Unlike others, these people were waiting for their meals sitting on the floor, at a substantial distance from the main dining area. This made Jiya curious. On enquiring, Alakh, a 15-year-old boy, told Jiya that the members of his communities were not allowed to sit on chairs in any public occasion in the village. Alakh also told Jiya that even though he did not like the idea of sitting down in front of his friends, his mother and father, both advised him to follow the norm. Jiya asked him as to why different treatment was meted out to some people despite belonging to the same place. Alakh informed Jiya that even though they all belonged to Viddhi, members of his communities lived in separate habitations; had separate wells; and even worshiped in separate places. He also told her that various prohibitions were put on them like they were not supposed to ride a horse as part of their wedding procession, not allowed to wear turbans, which was a common head gear for others etc. Upon returning from the function, Jiya talked to her uncle about the matter. Suresh told Jiya that it is an accepted practice in the region and it is not wise to question the age-old traditions. Next day, while going to the market with her aunt, Jiya passes by the local government school. She at once recognized Alakh in the school uniform. To her surprise, instead of studying inside with other students, he, along with some other students, was sweeping the school corridor. While Jiya was perplexed, her aunt passed it off as a routine affair and told her that it was not out of ordinary for the likes of Alakh to do such jobs. Though Jiya left for her home in a few days, the incidents in Viddhi left an indelible mark on her psyche. As a political science student, Jiya realised that such practices and traditions were a blatant violation of an individual's rights. However, what she did not understand was the reasons behind overt acceptance of such practices by the society. The things witnessed by Jiya at Viddhi are not isolated incidents, but a part of larger systematic cycle of exclusion, and marginalisation. Such incidents are commonplace in many parts of the country even today. a) Discuss the role of various stakeholders in checking such biases and building an egalitarian order. b) Why do such discriminatory practices continue in the society?

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Empathy and CompassionFamily, Society and Education

In the realm of professional conduct, ethics plays a role that tends to go far beyond fulfilling the roles and responsibilities of the job with diligence and honesty. But some people consider professional competence as the only critical requirement for a job. If faced with a choice, who would you prefer to hire - someone with professional competence or one with strong moral values?

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2022–2024

Aptitude for Civil ServiceCivil Service Values

Ahimsa is not only the negative refusal to do harm, but also the positive doing of good. In this perspective, discuss the significance of ‘ahimsa’ in modern times.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2023–2024

Indian ThinkersHuman Values

Differentiate between the following: ii. Gratitude and Gratification

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Dimensions of EthicsHuman Values

“Love is not a mere impulse, it must contain truth, which is law.” - Rabindra Nath Tagore.

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Indian ThinkersDimensions of Ethics

“In every great faith and tradition one can find the values of tolerance and mutual understanding”- Kofi Annan

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Human ValuesDimensions of Ethics

How should individuals address ethical dilemmas where adherence to organisational policies conflicts with personal moral principles? Illustrate with suitable examples.

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Ethical Dilemmas in GovernmentDimensions of Ethics

The means used shape the outcome, so the ends cannot justify the means. Discuss with examples.

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Dimensions of EthicsEthical Theories

Plato's Republic divided the study of justice in two, as a virtue of people and of institutions. Comment.

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World ThinkersDimensions of Ethics

A pharmaceutical company, “HealthInnovate Inc.,” has developed a promising experimental drug intended to treat a rare and severe medical condition. The drug has shown remarkable results in early clinical trials, and the company is seeking approval from regulatory authorities to bring it to market. However, the drug is not yet approved for general use, and its availability is currently limited to a small number of patients who meet specific criteria. A growing number of patients and advocacy groups are calling for expanded access to the drug, arguing that its potential benefits outweigh the risks of using an unapproved treatment. The situation has become increasingly complex as media coverage highlights stories of patients who are suffering from the condition and believe that the experimental drug could significantly improve their quality of life. Some patients have petitioned for compassionate use or expanded access to the drug outside of clinical trials. HealthInnovate Inc. is facing ethical dilemmas regarding how to handle these requests. On one hand, the company wants to ensure that the drug is safe and effective before widespread use. On the other hand, there is a strong moral argument for providing access to patients who are in desperate need of treatment. (a) Discuss the ethical principles involved. (b) What criteria should be established to determine which patients receive access to experimental treatments. How can these criteria be applied ethically to avoid favoritism or discrimination?

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Ethical Dilemmas in GovernmentDimensions of Ethics

Analyse the ethical implications of using generative artificial intelligence in creative industries.

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Technology and EthicsCorporate Governance

What do you understand by vaccine diplomacy? Analyze the ethical considerations in a country's decision to prioritize domestic vaccine distribution over sharing vaccines with other nations during the global pandemic.

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Ethics in International RelationsDimensions of Ethics

What does each of the following quotation mean to you? a) "Honesty is the first chapter in the book of wisdom"-Thomas Jefferson

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Human ValuesDimensions of Ethics

To see what is right and not do it is the want of courage- Confucius

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World ThinkersDimensions of Ethics

"When I do good, I feel good; when I do bad, I feel bad, and that is my religion" - Abraham Lincoln.

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Dimensions of EthicsHuman Values

Differentiate moral absolutism from ethical pluralism with suitable examples.

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Dimensions of EthicsEthical Theories

"Everyone thinks of changing the world, but no one thinks of changing himself." - Leo Tolstoy

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Human ValuesDimensions of Ethics

What does each of the following quotations mean to you in the present context? a) "In a conflict between the heart and the brain, follow your heart"- Swami Vivekananda

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Indian ThinkersDimensions of Ethics

"To see what is right and not do it is a lack of courage." - Confucius

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Human ValuesDimensions of Ethics

Discuss how the relationship between law and ethics is dynamic and continuously shaped by societal changes. Provide examples to illustrate this dynamic relationship.

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Law and MoralityDimensions of Ethics

The end cannot justify the means, for the simple and obvious reason that the means employed determine the nature of the ends produced. Discuss with suitable examples.

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Dimensions of EthicsIndian Thinkers

What does each of the following quotation convey to you in the present context: "In just about every area of society, there's nothing more important than ethics"- Henry Paulson

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Dimensions of EthicsEthics in Private and Public Life

Discuss what the following quotes mean to you. "It is not because men's desires are strong that they act ill; it is because their consciences are weak." - J.S. Mill

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024

World ThinkersDimensions of Ethics

The only thing we learn from history is that we learn nothing from history.

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World ThinkersDimensions of Ethics