Law and Morality

"It is not always the same thing to be a good person and a good citizen." Explain the meaning of this statement and analyse its implications for a democratic society.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 6 toppers · CSE 2016–2018

Ethics in Private and Public LifeLaw and Morality

You are the manager of a small hotel which maintains high standards of ethics in dealing with its customers. One day a person comes to your hotel and enquires about booking a room at your hotel. However, due to peak season, all rooms were already booked and hence the staff politely informed him about the unavailability. The person, however, was adamant and took this as a personal insult and started misbehaving with the staff present at the counter. Citing his political connection he also threatened the staff of severe consequences. Next day the person lodged a frivolous complaint with the police under the stringent SC/ST act. In his complaint he accused you and your staff of insulting him deliberately on the basis of his caste. He insisted further that he was denied a room at your hotel due to the caste he belongs to. 1. What are the options available to you? 2. Evaluate each of these options and choose the option which you would adopt, giving reasons.

20 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2016–2019

Crisis Decision MakingEthical Dilemmas in Government

One has a moral responsibility to disobey unjust laws. In light of this statement, examine the relevance of civil disobedience in a modern democratic society. Discuss the duties and responsibilities of a law enforcing officer in such situations.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2016–2018

Law and MoralityEthical Dilemmas in Government

In a district, in which you are posted as a District Magistrate, a teacher molests a child in a government run school. As the news of this crime spreads, the parents, relatives and locals gather at the school. The culprit teacher has meanwhile fled. The police arrests the Principal of the school and assure the crowd that the culprit would be arrested soon. The crowd, however, has gone berserk and begins to damage the school building. It wants immediate arrest of the culprit and is not ready to budge until he is arrested. (a) Is it correct to take the Principal into custody when he has personally not committed the crime? Support your answer with appropriate reasons. (b) What options do you have in dealing with the crowd? Enumerate the merits and demerits of each and also suggest the best possible option. (c) In the capacity of District Magistrate what would be your long term plan to prevent molestations and rapes in the schools?

20 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2016–2018

Crisis Decision MakingEthical Dilemmas in Government

Consider the following questions based on the relationship between religion and law i. Religious belief shouldn't serve as foundation for morality in a pluralistic society like India. ii. Law should prevail over religion whenever there is conflict between the two. Discuss how ethics can help having a better understanding of conflict between religion and law?

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2016

Law and MoralityDimensions of Ethics

“Life will be simpler and much more enjoyable if we were all self conscious of our moral responsibility as self-imposed morality is much better than state-imposed laws in every sense”.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2016

Law and MoralitySources of Ethical Guidance