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Aptitude for Civil Service
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Apart from functional knowledge and expertise, the efficacy of a civil servant also depends upon his emotional intelligence. How does emotional intelligence contribute to efficacy? How can civil servants enhance their emotional intelligence?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 19 toppers · CSE 2017–2020
Emotional IntelligenceAptitude for Civil Service
What are the factors which draw people to public service? Suggest measures to keep public servants motivated.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 10 toppers · CSE 2017–2019
Dedication to Public ServiceCivil Service Values
Explain the significance of the following in the context of civil service: 10 (iii) Strength of character
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 6 toppers · CSE 2018–2020
Aptitude for Civil ServiceCivil Service Values
Value of compassion towards the weak extends the limits of operations of a public servant by introducing flexibility but dilutes the principle of objectivity. Discuss. If a conflict arises between the value of compassion and principle of objectivity, how will you deal with it as a public servant?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2016–2018
Empathy and CompassionImpartiality and Objectivity
Self doubt can both help and hinder leadership. Discuss with examples.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2018–2019
Dimensions of EthicsAptitude for Civil Service
Ethical qualities of a civil servant come handy in times of a crisis. Elucidate using the example of a natural disaster.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2017–2018
Crisis Decision MakingAptitude for Civil Service
Examine the relevance of the following in the context of civil service:
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2018–2024
Civil Service ValuesProbity in Governance
Explain the significance of the following in the context of civil service: (iii) Strength of character
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2018–2019
Aptitude for Civil ServiceImpartiality and Objectivity
Ensuring that civil service values are recognised during the recruitment process and ensured through a code of ethics after appointment is a necessary condition of making the civil services an effective instrument of citizen centric governance.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Civil Service ValuesCodes of Ethics and Conduct
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