GS4 · Practice questions
Impartiality and Objectivity
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Explaining the concept of political neutrality, discuss its significance in administration. Also, highlight how the Central Civil Services (Conduct) Rules seek to ensure political neutrality in the civil services.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 8 toppers · CSE 2021
Impartiality and ObjectivityCivil Service Values
In recent times, social media has emerged as an important platform for all to share their information and opinions. Many civil servants are also quite active on the social media. Given this situation, there have been calls to revise or update the Civil Services Conduct Rules. Suppose you are a senior IAS officer who is heading a panel set up by the government to bring suitable changes in the conduct rules. Elaborate on how you will respond to the following questions: (a) What are the issues with a civil servant expressing his/her views on social media on various matters? (b) Should criticism of government policies on social media by civil servants be allowed? (c) How should civil servants conduct themselves on social media?
20 marks · 250 words · Answered by 8 toppers · CSE 2020–2021
Civil Service ValuesCodes of Ethics and Conduct
Why has anonymity of civil servants traditionally been seen as an important arrangement? In this context, discuss your opinion on the doctrine of facelessness in civil services.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 8 toppers · CSE 2021
Civil Service ValuesAccountability and Ethical Governance
Discretionary power by itself is not pure evil but gives much room for misuse. Discuss in the context of administration in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2021
Ethical Dilemmas in GovernmentCorruption
The edifice of good corporate governance is dependent on the efficacy and effectiveness of independent directors. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2021–2022
Corporate GovernanceAccountability and Ethical Governance
Civil servants in a welfare state are ultimately accountable for their actions and inactions. Critically examine the concept of 'facelessness' and its contemporary relevance in the context of increasing 'social accountability' and transparency.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Accountability and Ethical GovernanceImpartiality and Objectivity
What do you understand by following terms, in the context of public service?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Civil Service ValuesIntegrity