AIR 15 · CSE 2019 · GS4 · 58 pages

Neha Bhosle: GS4 answer copy

19 answers by Neha Bhosle, as written in the test. Each question opens a page with how other toppers answered it.

The questions

  1. Q1(a)Self doubt can both help and hinder leadership. Discuss with examples.10 marks
  2. Q1(b)Bring out the significance of probity in public life. What are the requisites for ensuring probity in governance? Pointing out the key concerns in India in this context, suggest certain remedial measures.10 marks
  3. Q2(a)While the corrupt and dishonest should be punished swiftly, honest public servants need to be protected against malicious and motivated complaints to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of an organisation. Discuss. How can the two objectives be reconciled?10 marks
  4. Q2(b)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
  5. Q3(a)10 marks
  6. Q3(b)Social media has played a key role in influencing political opinions and social attitudes in India. Comment.10 marks
  7. Q4(a)"Nonviolence is not servile passivity but a powerful moral force which makes for social transformation". Comment.10 marks
  8. Q4(b)It is at the interface of public action and private interest that the need arises for establishing not just a code of ethics but a code of conduct. In this context, highlight the need for drafting a code of ethics as well as a code of conduct.10 marks
  9. Q5(a)Income inequality is a matter of grave concern for the Indian society. In this context, examine the relevance of Gandhiji's concepts of 'Sarvodaya' and 'Trusteeship'.10 marks
  10. Q5(b)It does not take long for conflict to turn violent when deep seeded prejudices and discriminatory attitudes are not addressed. Discuss in the context of communal and caste-based violence in India. What role should the state play in this context?10 marks
  11. Q6Explain with examples how emotional intelligence increases the effectiveness of leadership skills in a civil servant.10 marks
  12. Q7A Citizens' Charter sees public services through the eyes of those who use them. In this context, analyze the importance of citizen charter in making public services citizen centric.10 marks
  13. Q8Given the effects that cultural attitudes about menstruation have on women, there is need to follow a strategic approach in combating these. Discuss.10 marks
  14. Q9(b)
  15. Q1020 marks
  16. Q1120 marks
  17. Q12You are a teacher in the Science department of a reputed college. Your HoD (Head of Department) has been a good mentor to you and has guided your career progress. You get to know from one of your students that the HoD gives private tuitions at his residence, which is disliked by many others in the department. There are also rumours that he might be giving extra marks to the students taking his tuitions. When enquired, his reply is that he is not alone and a few other teachers are giving private tuitions as well. He assures you that it is beneficial for the students as some of them need extra attention. He advises you not to make a fuss about it and indirectly reminds you about the assessment rating, which is due this week. You are aware that a good rating will definitely get you the due promotion. The HoD is due to retire in 4 months. (a) What are the dilemmas that you face in this situation? (b) Highlight the course of action that you would adopt and give reasons for the same.20 marks
  18. Q13While stampedes and mishaps due to overcrowding have led to loss of lives on multiple occasions, it remains an issue discussed only when there is a tragedy. Recently you were assigned the responsibility of conducting a mela around a revered religious place, which attracts millions of devotees. Every year the numbers have been increasing and this year due to certain celestial alignments the crowd is expected to be unprecedented. In the previous year the officer in charge was criticised and transferred over allegations of hurting religious sensitivities by restricting access to the religious place. You have three months to prepare for the mela. (a) Identify the key areas you would focus on? (b) What are the challenges that you foresee? (c) How do you propose to overcome them?20 marks
  19. Q14You are a senior official at a government agency that is responsible for the collection, storage and protection of biometric data of citizens. Due to the expanse of operations, the agency employs third parties for collection of data. There have been reports of security breach and leakage of data by third parties in exchange of money. A journalist from a prominent newspaper carries a sting operation and releases some data in the public to show the ongoing corruption and highlighting the inability of the agency in protecting public data. You are asked by the chairperson of the agency to file an FIR against the journalist and pursue criminal proceedings against him considering it an act of unauthorized access. (a) Do you agree with the action sought by the chairperson against the journalist? Give appropriate reasons for your answer. (b) If you disagree, what would be your course of action? (c) Do you think the action of the journalist is justified?20 marks

The answers

Question 1(a) · 10 marks · 199 words written

Self doubt can both help and hinder leadership. Discuss with examples.

Opening · a definition

Self doubt is the lack of faith in one's own capabilities. It is a manifestation of doubt over one's own knowledge or judgement.

Self doubt can help leadership:

Body · points

(1) It will lead the leader to think multiple times before taking any action, thus avoiding impulsive behaviour (2) It will make a leader cautious (3) It will motivate the leader to work even harder to try and dispel this self doubt (4) It will make him more humble and receptive to feedback.

However it can hinder leadership by: (1) It will lead to delays in decision making as the leader will not be certain of any

decision or judgement 2) It may make the leader prone to manipulations by others 3) It will hinder quick thinking and action in emergency situations.

Close

Example: A leader who is leading a platoon in war → if he is full of self-doubt, he will conduct a recee multiple times and will also check the plan of action many times, before launching an attack. However, if an attack has already been launched from the enemy side, this leader will not be able to take quick action and it may hinder the chances in the battle.