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Human Values
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Given below is a quotation. Bring out what it means to you in present context. "The intellect has sharp eye for methods and tools, but is blind to ends and values." -Einstein.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2017–2018
Dimensions of EthicsHuman Values
What are the various sources through which humans can judge the correctness of their actions? In the context of public life discuss how these sources are important in offering a clear and practical guidance.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2016–2018
Sources of Ethical GuidanceEthics in Private and Public Life
We make a living by what we do, but we make a life by what we give. (i) Highlight the importance of value of altruism for a society. (ii) Discuss the role of education in imparting such values.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2018–2020
Human ValuesFamily, Society and Education
Lack of cleanliness in urban areas despite schemes such as the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan point to difficulties faced in bringing about attitudinal and behavioural changes. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2016–2018
AttitudeSocial Influence and Persuasion
'We are what our thoughts have made us'. What do you understand by this statement? Explain in reference to the contemporary times.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2018
AttitudeHuman Values
"Whatever a person having authority does, other people do the same thing; whatever standards he sets up, all people follow the same." Examine, with reference to real-life examples.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2018
Human ValuesSocial Influence and Persuasion
How could social intelligence and attitudinal change contribute to the success of 'Beti Bachao Beti Padhao'?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2018
Social Influence and PersuasionAttitude
You are an honest and responsible civil servant. One evening when you reached home, you found that your wife was upset with you. On inquiring, you found the following: a) She asked that whom you actually are making happy with your morals and values- government or society? Because neither of the two is supportive and appreciative of the way you work. b) She questioned how even your juniors are better well-off than you, and the way she feels marginalized in the lavish parties of his seniors, given the ordinary lifestyle they live in. c) She also complained that how your work culture and value-filled lifestyle has disturbed the peace & harmony of the family, especially the children who have to change schools due to frequent transfers. After a small quarrel with her, at night you were thinking about the matter and were in a dilemma about it. You, yourself were convinced by her complaints to an extent. In this situation, explain how will you convince your wife and even yourself for the right? Also, discuss how will you keep your conscience intact with your founding values?
20 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2018
Ethics in Private and Public LifeEthical Dilemmas in Government
Social values are not merely the context in which the public agency operates; they form its essence. Analyse.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2018
Civil Service ValuesFamily, Society and Education
Discuss the significance of Mahatma Gandhi's Talisman for civil servants.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2018
Human ValuesIndian Thinkers
Hatred is a harmful negative emotion. It is injurious to both personal life and work life. a) Discuss how it leads to negative emotions and undesirable behaviour. b) How can it be managed and controlled?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Dimensions of EthicsHuman Values
Discuss the role of family in inculcating values in your life. What modifications would you like to make in such values while passing it on to your children?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Family, Society and EducationHuman Values
What factors do you think are responsible for increasing involvement of juveniles in crimes? How can social influence and Persuasion help them to secure a better future?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Social Influence and PersuasionFamily, Society and Education
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
With behavioural issues and suicides among children on the rise, teachers and parents need to play an active part in ensuring mental wellbeing. Discuss. Also, explain the importance of emotional intelligence in this regard.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Emotional IntelligenceFamily, Society and Education
Motivation is the reason for people's actions, desires, and needs. How do you keep yourself motivated? Illustrate giving two examples from your study room that motivates you and why.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Aptitude for Civil ServiceHuman Values
Given are two quotations. For each of these bring out what it means to you by giving real-life examples. (a) "A Leader is one who admits when he has made a mistake and has the grace to correct it, before it does any more harm".
20 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Human ValuesDimensions of Ethics
What according to you are the major reasons for rising incidents of mob lynching in India? Suggest measures to re-strengthen tolerance and compassion in society, especially towards the weaker sections in this context.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Family, Society and EducationEmpathy and Compassion
As a concerned citizen you have been engaged with the issue of persons employed in manual scavenging. You notice that despite laws and strictures from the highest court of the land the practice of employing human labour to clean sewers continues. The death of few workers recently due to asphyxiation while cleaning a septic tank has caused much consternation in your locality. You would like to engage with the situation by writing to the administration, for which you need to find an answer to the following: (a) Identify the stakeholders involved and state their conflicting interests. (b) What challenges does the administration face in curbing this social evil? (c) Enumerate the steps to deal with the problem.
20 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Ethical Dilemmas in GovernmentCivil Service Values
“For a man to conquer himself is the first and noblest of all victories”.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Human ValuesDimensions of Ethics