Civil Services Prep

“If a country is to be corruption free and become a nation of beautiful minds, I strongly feel there are three key societal members who can make a difference. They are the father, the mother and the teacher.” – A.P.J Abdul Kalam. Analyse.

Model answer

  1. Corporate social responsibility makes companies more profitable and sustainable. Analyse. 10 marks
  2. Strength, peace and security are considered to be the pillars of international relations. Elucidate. 10 marks
  3. Conflict of interest in the public sector arises when (a) Official duties, (b) Public interest, and (c) Personal interests are taking priority one above the other. How can this conflict in administration be resolved? Describe with an example 10 marks
  4. The crisis of ethical values in modern times is traced to a narrow perception of the good life. Discuss. 10 marks
  5. Increased national wealth did not result in equitable distribution of its benefits. It has created only some “enclaves of modernity and prosperity for a small minority at the cost of the majority.” Justify. 10 marks
  6. You are the head of the Human Resources department of an organisation. One day one of the workers died on duty. His family was demanding compensation. However, the company denied compensation because it was revealed in investigation that he was drunk at the time of the accident. The workers of the company went to strike demanding compensation for the family of the deceased. The Chairman of the management board has asked for your recommendation. What recommendation would you provide the management? Discuss the merits and demerits of each of the recommendations. 20 marks