AIR 315 · CSE 2023 · GS4 · 51 pages

Shailputri: GS4 answer copy

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

The questions

  1. Q1(a)Q.1(a)
  2. Q1(b)Q.1 b)
  3. Q2(a)Distinguish between Code of Conduct, Code of Ethics, Accountability and Responsibility.
  4. Q2(b)Q. 2b)
  5. Q3(a)Q. 3a
  6. Q3(b)Q.3b
  7. Q4(a)Q.4(a)
  8. Q4(b)Transparency, accountability and fairness are cornerstone of good governance. They are foundational public service values which every civil servant is bound to uphold.
  9. Q5(a)Q.5a)
  10. Q5(b)Q.5(b)
  11. Q6(a)Q.6a)
  12. Q6(b)6(b)
  13. Q6(c)Q. 6(c)
  14. Q7Recent land subsidence incidents in Joshimath, Uttarakhand have led to renewed debates about sustainability of various projects in ecologically and geologically fragile areas like Himalayas. This case study is similar to the case of Joshimath. (a) Various conflicting interests in the case are (b) As DM of Prabhinnath, how will you convince people to evacuate the disaster hit area? (c) What measures should be taken to avoid such situations in future? Q. 6) Directive Principles of State Policy (Part IV) impose the duty on state to prohibit & prevent consumption of intoxicating substances. Recently, many people died in Bihar due to consumption of Hooch (country made liquor). This poses a question of protecting lives before state in line with DPSPs. (a) What measures should Anjali (Joint Secretary) recommend? (b) Discuss the pros and cons of the decisions made in this regard.
  15. Q9In the context of the above case study, identify the ethical dilemmas faced by Kamlesh. Critically evaluate the options available to him and suggest the best course of action.
  16. Q10Q.10

The answers

Question 1(a) · 171 words written

Q.1(a)

Opening · a definition

Probity is

Body · points and prose

→ uncompromising → upright → straight forward → conscientious

mind adhering to civil service values.

Swami Vivekananda said there is no difference between private and public ethics. Both are part of self ethics.

Diagram
- A Venn diagram showing two overlapping circles labelled "Private" and "Public". - The overlapping region is shaded and labelled "self ethics".

(Eg) - If a person does not respect wife or parents at home, he will not be respectful towards employees or staff at office.

A person who keeps his house unclean will also litter on road and vice-versa.

Ways of inculcating probity

(i) Legal means - (Eg) - Prevention of Corruption Act, Benami Properties Prohibition Act.

(ii) Code of Conduct, Code of Ethics. (Eg) Civil Service Conduct Rules, 1964 prohibits corruption.

(iii) Integrity pacts - (Eg) - by CVC.

(iv) Induction training and integrity tests at time of recruitment.

(v) Technological means - by using e-gov tools, CCTVs etc one can be more transparent in work.

(vi) Self introspection - Tagore said one learns to be ethical by reflecting on experiences.

Close · a summary

Probity is life blood of professional ethics. It should be cultivated by all public servants.