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Codes of Ethics and Conduct
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Discuss, with examples, the significance of principles of public life as recommended by Nolan committee. Why are these principles considered as an essential set of expectations from public servants?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 18 toppers · CSE 2017–2019
Civil Service ValuesAccountability and Ethical Governance
Undercover journalism exposes injustices, negligence, corruption and wrongdoing and yet going undercover to expose wrongdoing remains controversial. But, undercover journalists contend that they are fulfilling a fundamental duty of finding truth through their journalism. They argue that public enlightenment is the forerunner of justice and the foundation of democracy and the duty of the journalist is to further those ends by seeking truth and providing a fair and comprehensive account of events and issues. So, there are some supporters of this kind of journalism, which sometimes infringe the privacy of individuals. However, some journalists also urge avoiding surreptitious methods of gathering information except when traditional open methods will not yield information vital to the public. In this context, answer the following questions: 20 (a) 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 14 toppers · CSE 2017–2019
Dimensions of EthicsEthical Dilemmas in Government
Why do civil servants have a special obligation to uphold ethical standards? What are the main areas of concerns for implementation of an effective ethical standard in civil services? In this context, suggest measures to remedy these concerns.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 8 toppers · CSE 2018–2020
Civil Service ValuesAccountability and Ethical Governance
"A blanket prohibition of criticism of the policies of the Government is invalid and void, and it makes no difference if the person criticizing happens to be a government servant." Critically discuss in the context of Civil Service Conduct Rules, 1964.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 8 toppers · CSE 2018–2019
Civil Service ValuesCodes of Ethics and Conduct
Corruption distorts not only functioning of the Government in India but business and corporate activities as well. Explain and discuss how the state can effectively deal with deficit of ethics in the private sector.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 6 toppers · CSE 2018–2019
Corporate GovernanceCorruption
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. Comment.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2018–2019
Civil Service ValuesCodes of Ethics and Conduct
Investigative reporting by media can be a significant source of information on corruption. What are ethical issues involved in investigative journalism? What safeguards can be introduced to prevent its misuse?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2016–2018
Transparency and InformationCorruption
It is at the interface of public action and private interest that the need arises for establishing not just a code of ethics but a code of conduct. In this context, highlight the need for drafting a code of ethics as well as a code of conduct.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2018–2019
Codes of Ethics and ConductConflict of Interest
In spite of the existence of a Code of Conduct for public servants, its implementation has been tardy and of limited success. Discuss. Further, suggest steps which could be taken to improve the efficacy of the Code of Conduct. What role can Code of Ethics play in reinforcing the Code of Conduct in public life.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2017–2018
Codes of Ethics and ConductProbity in Governance
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
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
What do you understand by ‘Code of Ethics’ & ‘Code of Conduct’? Do you think there is a need to shift from Code of Conduct to Code of Ethics?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Codes of Ethics and ConductCivil Service Values
In spite of the existence of a Code of Conduct for public servants, its implementation has been tardy and of limited success. Discuss. Further, suggest steps which could be taken to improve the efficacy of the Code of Conduct. What role can Code of Ethics play in reinforcing the Code of Conduct.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Codes of Ethics and ConductProbity in Governance