GyanGram(a) In the context of defence services, 'patriotism' demands readiness to even lay down one's life in protecting the nation. According to you, what does patriotism imply in everyday civil life? Explain with illustrations and justify your answer. (10 M)
(b) What do you understand by 'probity' in public life? What are the difficulties in practicing it in the present times? How can these difficulties be overcome? (10 M)
MAINS 2014 · GS IV · ETHICS
(a) In the context of defence services, 'patriotism' demands readiness to even lay down o…
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GS Paper IV
20 marks
300 words
Ethics
Question
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Syllabus link: GS IV – Probity in Governance: Concept of public service; Philosophical basis of governance and probity; Information sharing and transparency in government, Right to Information, Codes of Ethics, Codes of Conduct, Citizen’s Charters, Work culture, Quality of service delivery, Utilization of public funds, challenges of corruption.
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