GS4 · Practice questions
Transparency and Information
22 questions match. Years are the CSE year of the toppers who answered.
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Enumerate the mechanisms that promote accountability of public officials in discharging their functions and responsibilities in India. Also discuss why ensuring accountability for performance is not a simple task in government service.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 19 toppers · CSE 2017–2020
Accountability and Ethical GovernanceProbity in 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
It is imperative for a country like India, that code of ethics should be implemented for civil servants on social media platforms as well. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 13 toppers · CSE 2019–2022
Codes of Ethics and ConductCivil Service Values
Discuss how effective corporate governance can ensure the equitable treatment of all stakeholders.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 13 toppers · CSE 2019–2022
Corporate GovernanceAccountability and Ethical Governance
Transparency in government organisations is an essential pre-condition for good governance. Elucidate.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 12 toppers · CSE 2019–2022
Transparency and InformationAccountability and Ethical Governance
What do you understand by Integrity Pacts? Highlight the role they can play in bringing transparency in allotment of public contracts and ensuring proper utilization of public funds in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 11 toppers · CSE 2019–2022
Probity in GovernanceCorruption
The more remotely power is exercised from the people, the greater is the distance between authority and accountability. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 10 toppers · CSE 2017–2019
Accountability and Ethical GovernanceProbity in Governance
While discussing the ethical issues that journalists face on a regular basis, examine the causes of increased sensationalism in news media in recent times.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 9 toppers · CSE 2016–2019
Corporate GovernanceDimensions of Ethics
Evaluate the success of RTI in bringing governance reforms in the country. Examine whether it has served the purpose it was meant for.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 8 toppers · CSE 2017–2019
Transparency and InformationAccountability and Ethical Governance
Should a person resort to leaking of information in case of wrongs done in the organization ? Does it cause a conflict of interest between the personal, organizational and societal spheres? Discuss with examples.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 8 toppers · CSE 2016–2019
Conflict of InterestCorruption
Governance is the vital link in our quest for prosperity and equity. What should be the key elements of ethical governance to eliminate corruption and bureaucratic delays? Examine.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 7 toppers · CSE 2017–2019
Probity in GovernanceAccountability and Ethical Governance
Income inequality, resource mismanagement and health hazards are some of the negative consequences of globalization. In this context, what are some of the ethical dilemmas that civil servants face today? How has the approach to handling these undergone a change?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 7 toppers · CSE 2017–2019
Ethical Dilemmas in GovernmentCivil Service Values
It is essential that people have access to information if they are to have the capacity to exercise other rights. Discuss the statement with focus on importance of RTI in governance.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 7 toppers · CSE 2019–2021
Transparency and InformationAccountability and Ethical Governance
Discuss the role and importance of independent directors for corporate governance.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 7 toppers · CSE 2017–2019
Corporate GovernanceAccountability and Ethical Governance
"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
The effective implementation of the Right to Information Act will create an environment of vigilance which will help in functioning of a more participatory democracy. Elaborate.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2018–2019
Transparency and InformationAccountability and Ethical Governance
Where as some argue that leaks constitute an affront to democracy, others are of the opinion that leaks are a part of democracy. Examine the merits of both the arguments in the context of information attributed to leaks from government offices and whistleblowers.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2018–2019
Transparency and InformationProbity in Governance
The grievance redressal mechanism is the gauge to measure efficiency and effectiveness as it provides important feedback on the working of the administration. In this context, answer the following questions: (a) Identify the issues which have created barriers for a responsive redressal mechanism.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2019–2022
Quality of Service DeliveryAccountability and Ethical Governance
What steps should be taken by the government for increasing the effectiveness of grievance redressal mechanism?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2019–2022
Quality of Service DeliveryCitizens Charters
Explain the importance of probity in governance. What measures have been undertaken for ensuring probity in governance in India?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2019
Probity in GovernanceCorruption
What do you understand by Integrity Pact? Highlight their role in bringing transparency in allotment of public contracts and ensuring proper utilisation of public funds in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2019
Probity in GovernanceTransparency and Information
Transparency in govt organisations is an essential pre-condition for good governance. Elucidate.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2019
Transparency and InformationAccountability and Ethical Governance