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Law and Morality
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In a democracy, the purpose of the government should be to make it easy for people to do good and difficult to do wrong. Comment.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 18 toppers · CSE 2017–2019
Accountability and Ethical GovernanceCivil Service Values
What are the factors which drive people to take law in their own hands rather than following the due process of law? Discuss ways to address the problem of mob justice.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 18 toppers · CSE 2017–2019
Law and MoralityEthical Dilemmas in Government
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
You, a manager in one of the top IT firms in the country, are tasked with hiring new recruits for an upcoming project. You find that the company has given tacit instructions of not hiring female candidates in view of the new maternity law passed by the Government. You find this highly objectionable and lodge a protest with people in the higher management but they are firm as they want to cut down all the unnecessary costs. Based on this information, answer the following questions: (a) Identify the stakeholders and their interests in the situation. (b) What are the dilemmas that a recruiting manager may face in such a scenario? (c) What are the different options available to you? Which one will you pursue and why?
20 marks · 250 words · Answered by 10 toppers · CSE 2017–2019
Corporate GovernanceEthical Dilemmas in Government
At times, moral behaviour can be constrained by the complexity of legal system. Explain. In this context, explain the purpose of legal protection for good samaritans in the case of road accidents.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 10 toppers · CSE 2017–2019
Law and MoralityEthical Dilemmas in Government
Examine the different ethical issues involved in the use of public shaming as a punitive measure. Do you think this is an appropriate measure to address the problem of rising crime rates.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 10 toppers · CSE 2017–2019
Ethical Dilemmas in GovernmentProbity in Governance
You are a civil servant posted in a state where elections were recently held. The newly elected Chief Minister had promised to ban alcohol in several of his election campaigns as well as his election manifesto, which was widely praised and supported by women of the state. Fulfilling his electoral promise, the Chief Minister has ordered a blanket ban on the sale of alcohol in the state. Following the ban, concerns have been raised about the feasibility of the ban and whether the government should interfere in what is considered by many to be a matter of personal choice. (a) Who are the stakeholders in this case and how are they affected by the ban? (b) Is blanket ban on alcohol a feasible action? (c) Identify the issues that may arise while enforcing the ban and the steps you will take to handle them, as a civil servant.
25 marks · 250 words · Answered by 8 toppers · CSE 2017–2019
Ethical Dilemmas in GovernmentLaw and Morality
You are the SP of a district where a large number of followers of a particular sect reside. The district also hosts a large Ashram where regular gathering of the followers take place. The leader of the sect has been under the scanner of the judiciary for his involvement in illegal activities. Now the court has ordered his immediate arrest and an order pronouncing the same has been sent to you. You have been asked to comply with the orders within two days. A large number of followers, which include women and children, have already thronged the Ashram in anticipation of arrest of the leader. Intelligence units have informed about the presence of not only large stock of food and water but also ammunition, inside the Ashram. Your request urging the followers to vacate the site has failed. 20 (a) What could be the reason for people's defiance? (b) List the issues involved in the case. (c) What will be your plan of action?
20 marks · 250 words · Answered by 8 toppers · CSE 2017–2019
Crisis Decision MakingEthical Dilemmas in Government
What are the factors that have influenced the contemporary attitude of the state and the society towards homosexuality in India? Also, comment on the changing attitude and the factors driving this change.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 8 toppers · CSE 2018–2019
AttitudeSocial Influence and Persuasion
"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
Ethics is the first line of defence against corruption while law enforcement is remedial and reactive. Examine the statement with suitable examples.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 7 toppers · CSE 2017–2019
CorruptionProbity in Governance
Marketing has become a crucial link in the success of a business. With suitable examples, discuss the ethical issues involved in marketing of a product or service. How can these issues be resolved?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 7 toppers · CSE 2017–2019
Corporate GovernanceDimensions of Ethics
Vision and intentions are necessary components of political ethics. However, equally important are the process of implementation, tools used and the established system. Elaborate with examples.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 7 toppers · CSE 2017–2019
Ethical Dilemmas in GovernmentCivil Service Values
How do law and conscience act as source of ethical guidance? Explain with examples.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 7 toppers · CSE 2018–2020
Sources of Ethical GuidanceLaw and Morality
A mid level manager in a food and beverages firm has been assigned the responsibility to deal with tensions arising in a rural area between the firm and the local farmers. These farmers supply the company with bananas, which are used exclusively by the company in its niche products. The banana plantations are growing a variety developed by the firm. The core issue revolves around the perceived violation of company's IPR as many of the farmers in the neighbouring areas have also started growing the same variety of banana. It is suspected that the farmers with whom the company had a contract have shared the breed with others in the region. The legal department of the firm is of the opinion that a legal complaint against the farmers is the only way to protect the IPR of the company. It would also set a precedent for the future. However, many in the firm also believe that such a step would escalate the matter. In such a scenario, identify the key issues to be addressed. What measures would you suggest to deal with these issues?
20 marks · 250 words · Answered by 7 toppers · CSE 2019–2021
Corporate GovernanceEthical Dilemmas in Government
So long as you do not achieve social liberty, whatever freedom is provided by the law is of no avail to you. B.R. Ambedkar
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 7 toppers · CSE 2019–2021
Human ValuesIndian Thinkers
Is there a conflict between morality and freedom? Discuss with reference to Kant's views on categorical imperative.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 7 toppers · CSE 2017–2019
World ThinkersEthical Theories
The mandatory nature of Corporate Social Responsibility goes against the notion of philanthropy. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 7 toppers · CSE 2019–2021
Corporate GovernanceDimensions of Ethics
Growing awareness about terminal as well as mental illness has given credence to the idea of "living wills". What is a living will? Discuss the ethical issues to be considered from an individual as well as social perspective to formulate and implement it.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 7 toppers · CSE 2018–2019
Dimensions of EthicsLaw and Morality
There is a difference between what a person has a right to do and what the right thing to do is and often there is a conflict between these two. (a) Illustrate with examples the ethical issues that can arise because of such a conflict. (b) How does this conflict play out if someone wants to protest against injustice?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 6 toppers · CSE 2017–2019
Law and MoralityDimensions of Ethics
What are the ethical principles that should form the basis of the system permitting organ donation and allocation? Also discuss the importance of regulation for the success of any organ transplant program.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 6 toppers · CSE 2018–2019
Ethical Dilemmas in GovernmentDimensions of Ethics
"Law should be so succinct that it can be carried in the pocket of the coat and it should be so simple that it can be understood by a peasant." Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 6 toppers · CSE 2019–2023
Law and MoralityProbity in Governance
You are waiting in your car for your turn at a toll tax booth. You suddenly witness some men heckling and manhandling the toll booth operator and vandalising the property at the toll booth. They are accompanying a local politician who was passing through. Disgruntled with the fact that they were asked to pay the toll, they began to argue that the toll is too high and the public is being exploited by charging an unreasonable toll fee. At the same time they are also warning others against paying the toll fee. However, the other people around you are keeping with themselves, without anyone coming forward to intervene. While you also felt that the toll was quite high, you believe that this is not the right thing to do. (a) Bring out the ethical issues in the case above. (b) What accounts for such an overt display of hooliganism in our country. (c) What is the course of action that you would take? Justify with appropriate reasons.
20 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2018–2019
Ethical Dilemmas in GovernmentCivil Service Values
A renowned and critically acclaimed producer-director has come up with a new movie based on retelling of the freedom movement. The trailer of this project depicts prominent freedom fighters and various aspects of their personalities. It is a project that involves substantial sums of money and has taken collaborative efforts of 3 years. However, certain political and social activists have objected to what they perceived as negative portrayal of some freedom fighters. As such, they have opposed the release of this movie and issued threats with serious consequences. This has come in the context of increase in the number of instances involving many groups issuing threats against one or the other movie. In such a context you have been designated as the head of a special committee with the broad responsibility of reviewing the film certification process in general as well as the checking the historical accuracy of the events depicted in this particular movie. (a) Who are the key stakeholders you would involve as part of the consultation process? (b) What are the principles that you would consider while giving your recommendations to the government? Also, provide an outline of a solution that you deem appropriate in the prevailing context.
20 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2018–2019
Ethical Dilemmas in GovernmentCivil Service Values