Work Culture

While a code of conduct merely establishes minimal standards of conduct, a better strategy to promote ethical work culture is through internalization of values. Discuss.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 16 toppers · CSE 2020–2023

Codes of Ethics and ConductWork Culture

India cannot march successfully in to the 21st century with the administrative system having a colonial mindset. Discuss in context of the bureaucratic work culture in India.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 16 toppers · CSE 2020–2023

Civil Service ValuesWork Culture

Though it may seem that accountability and efficiency are antithetical to each other, accountability is a sine qua non for good governance. Discuss.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 15 toppers · CSE 2020–2023

Accountability and Ethical GovernanceCivil Service Values

What is red-tapism? Why is it considered a hurdle in the process of transitioning towards citizen centric governance?

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 9 toppers · CSE 2020–2021

Quality of Service DeliveryCivil Service Values

Many states in India have experimented with prohibition of liquor at various times. However, it is common knowledge that many such states have a thriving illegal liquor industry. Moreover, it is ironical that while many political parties have prohibition prominently mentioned in their manifestos, it is politicians who distribute alcohol among voters during their election campaigns. This also gives rise to illicit liquor trade and many people lose their lives to it. (a) What are the socio-economic problems that are widely attributed to alcoholism? (b) Do you think prohibiting liquor creates more problems than it proposes to solve? (c) Short of prohibition, what can be done to tackle the problem of rising alcoholism, particularly among the youth of the country?

20 marks · 250 words · Answered by 8 toppers · CSE 2021

Ethical Dilemmas in GovernmentCivil Service Values

While code of conduct presents a structure to organized values, code of ethics gives a foundation to that structure. Examine.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 8 toppers · CSE 2020–2021

Codes of Ethics and ConductCivil Service Values

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

What do you understand by cultural sensitivity? Identify the ways in which individuals and organisations can benefit from cultural sensitivity in India.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 7 toppers · CSE 2019–2021

Human ValuesDimensions of Ethics

Analyze the significance of adopting a code of ethics for creating a healthy work culture in an organization.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 7 toppers · CSE 2019–2021

Codes of Ethics and ConductWork Culture

You have been recently appointed as the head of tourism department of a state in India that has many places of great historical importance. In the past few years, the state has witnessed a decrease in tourist inflow. Upon enquiry, you come to know that this decrease is largely attributed to the influence of touts and harassment of tourists, including unwanted advances and grossly overcharging them for various services. You also did a quick search about your state on leading travel advisory websites and found that it has earned a dubious reputation for being particularly unsafe for women tourists. Given the situation, answer the following: (a) Do you think that such a state of affairs can be attributed to insensitivity prevailing in the society? How can the community be made more sensitive towards tourists? (b) Suggest some measures to make a quick turnaround in terms of reputation, employment generation and rebuild the reputation of the state as a safe haven for tourists.

20 marks · 250 words · Answered by 6 toppers · CSE 2019–2021

Civil Service ValuesCrisis Decision Making

An ethical work culture is a prerequisite for sustainable growth of an organization. Discuss and suggest some measures to build an ethical work culture in an organization.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2021–2022

Work CultureCorporate Governance

"While corruption is never good, not all forms of corruption are equally bad for the economy, nor do they cause the same kind of harm." Critically analyse the statement in the context of India.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2021

CorruptionEthical Theories

Ethical behaviour is the best not merely in the context of morality, but it is also the best in the context of one's own career prospects. Discuss in the context of civil services in India.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2021

Civil Service ValuesIntegrity

While successful managers make profit for their organizations, it is leaders who build successful organizations. In light of this statement, differentiate between a manager and a leader. Examine why leadership is considered a foundational value for a civil servant.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2021–2024

Aptitude for Civil ServiceCivil Service Values

What could be the reasons for such an aggressive reaction from the workers union? How do you think Rashmi should handle the workers union?

20 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021

Corporate GovernanceSocial Influence and Persuasion

Issue of sewage problem which if not resolved may lead to health issues in my workforce.

Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021

Probity in GovernanceEmpathy and Compassion