Civil Services Prep

Identify five ethical traits on which one can plot the performance of a civil servant. Justify their inclusion in the matrix.

Model answer

  1. An independent and empowered social audit mechanism is an absolute must in every sphere of public service, including the judiciary, to ensure performance, accountability and ethical conduct. Elaborate. 10 marks
  2. What does this quotation mean to you “We can never obtain peace in the outer world until and unless we obtain peace within ourselves.” – Dalai Lama 10 marks
  3. What does this quotation mean to you "Life doesn’t make any sense without interdependence. We need each other, and the sooner we learn that, it is better for us all.” -Erik Erikson 10 marks
  4. Besides domain knowledge, a public official needs innovativeness and creativity of a high order as well, while resolving ethical dilemmas. Discuss with suitable example. 10 marks
  5. Impact of digital technology as reliable source of input for rational decision making is debatable issue. Critically evaluate with suitable example. 10 marks
  6. What does this quotation mean to you “Every work has got to pass through hundreds of difficulties before succeeding. Those that persevere will see the light, sooner or later.-Swami Vivekananda 10 marks