Dimensions of Ethics

Is greed wholly a vice or a trait of character that has both positive and negative sides? Could you relate it to the utilitarian philosophy that emphasizes pursuit of self interest by individuals as the basis of economic well being? (b) Are there some things that money shouldn't buy? Illustrate with examples.

20 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2018–2019

Dimensions of EthicsWorld Thinkers

While on the one hand, some state governments have implemented alcohol consumption prohibition laws, it is permitted in other states. Debates around this issue often involves aspects such as individual rights, cultural attitudes and social welfare. As a teacher you need to explain the key issues involved to a young audience. What are these? How would you conclude the lecture?

20 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2018

Ethical Dilemmas in GovernmentEthics in Private and Public Life

Competition, it is argued, spurs the best of performance, however, can it also instigate cheating and unethical behaviour? Discuss with adequate examples.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2016–2019

Dimensions of EthicsEthical Dilemmas in Government

We live in a time when almost everything can be bought and sold. Over the past few years, markets and market values have come to govern our lives as never before. Today the logic of buying and selling no longer applies to material good alone but increasingly governs the whole of life. However, there is a wide spread realization that markets have become detached from morals and we need to somehow reconnect them. The use of markets to allocate social goods has also been a cause of concern. In this context, answer the following: 20 (a) Is greed wholly a vice or a trait of character that has both positive and negative sides? Could you relate it to the utilitarian philosophy that emphasizes pursuit of self interest by individuals as the basis of economic well being? (b) Are there some things that money shouldn't buy? Illustrate with examples.

20 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2018–2019

Dimensions of EthicsEthical Dilemmas in Government

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

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

While transplantation of organs represents one of the most spectacular achievements of modern medical science, it has raised many ethical issues as well. Discuss. Also, examine the issues related to organ transplantation in India.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2016–2018

Dimensions of EthicsEthical Dilemmas in Government

Socially and economically marginalized women are used to make a profit, often at the cost of their own health and reproductive autonomy, in the name of commercial surrogacy. Discuss the ethical issues associated with commercial surrogacy in India. Should commercial surrogacy be completely banned?

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2016–2018

Dimensions of EthicsEthical Dilemmas in Government

What are the ethical issues involved in the practice of undercover journalism? (b) Do you support the practice of undercover investigation by journalists? Give reasons in support of your answer.

20 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2017–2018

Dimensions of EthicsEthical Dilemmas in Government

The crux of ethical behavior lies not only in standards, but in their adoption in action and issuing sanctions against their violation. Illustrate.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2017–2018

Civil Service ValuesCodes of Ethics and Conduct

You are the head of a policy think-tank. There is a proposal to cut down more than 10,000 trees to build a residential colony in the capital of the country. The city has one of the highest homeless population in the country and the settlement will be used for them. This news has generated a lot of public debate. While on the one hand is the need to expand urban infrastructure in order to meet the demands of the growing population, on the other, is the environmental concern. In last ten years, the city has lost more than half of its green cover and has seen increased frequency of extreme climatic events. You are asked to deliver a lecture for the policymakers and concerned citizens, in which you have to specifically deal with the following questions: (a) Why do you think such situations arise in the first place where developmental activities and environmental concerns often come out as antithetical to each other? (b) What should be the short-term and long-term solutions for tackling such situations? (c) What are the potential benefits of inculcating environmental concerns in the policy making and planning process?

20 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2018

Environmental EthicsEthical Dilemmas in Government

Is greed wholly a vice or a trait of character that has both positive and negative sides? Could you relate it to the utilitarian philosophy that emphasizes pursuit of self interest by individuals as the basis of economic well being?

Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2018–2019

Dimensions of EthicsEthical Theories

Does civil service ethics differ from professional ethics or, on the other hand, from personal ethics? Discuss.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2018

Ethics in Private and Public LifeCivil Service Values

"Waning ethics in India's corporate sector is not just an economic problem". Discuss.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2018

Corporate GovernanceCorruption

What role does 'ethics' play in international relations? In your view, what is the relationship between ethics, politics and power?

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2018

Ethics in International RelationsDimensions of Ethics

Giving suitable examples, define and differentiate between 'Ethical Universalism' and 'Ethical Relativism'.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2018

Dimensions of EthicsEthical Theories

We live in a time when almost everything can be bought and sold. Over the past few years, markets and market values have come to govern our lives as never before. Today the logic of buying and selling no longer applies to material good alone but increasingly governs the whole of life. However, there is a wide spread realization that markets have become detached from morals and we need to somehow reconnect them. The use of markets to allocate social goods has also been a cause of concern. In this context, answer the following: (a) Is greed wholly a vice or a trait of character that has both positive and negative sides? Could you relate it to the utilitarian philosophy that emphasizes pursuit of self interest by individuals as the basis of economic well being? (b) Are there some things that money shouldn't buy? Illustrate with examples.

20 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2018

Dimensions of EthicsEthical Theories

The crux of ethical behavior lies not only in standards, but in their adoption in action and issuing sanctions against their violation.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2018

Dimensions of EthicsCivil Service Values

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

Can an individual be ethical in his/her professional conduct, while not being ethical in his/her personal life? Discuss giving suitable examples.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018

Ethics in Private and Public LifeDimensions of Ethics

There is a gradual revival in the number of clinical trials being done in India. What are the major ethical issues involved in it? Can compensation justify it? Discuss.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018

Dimensions of EthicsEthical Dilemmas in Government

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

“Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony”.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018

Dimensions of EthicsIntegrity

Explain briefly what you understand by: Which one makes the most sense to you and why? Give examples.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018

Ethical TheoriesDimensions of Ethics