MAINS 2017 · GS IV · ETHICS

Conflict of interest in the public sector arises when (a) official duties, (b) public int…

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2017 GS Paper IV Ethics

GS Paper IV 10 marks 150 words Ethics

Question

Write from the prompt.

Conflict of interest in the public sector arises when

(a) official duties,

(b) public interest, and

(c) personal interest

are taking priority one above the other.

How can this conflict in administration be resolved? Describe with an example.

Syllabus link: GS IV – Public Service Ethics: Public/Civil service values and Ethics in Public administration: Status and problems; ethical concerns and dilemmas in government and private institutions; laws, rules, regulations and conscience as sources of ethical guidance; accountability and ethical governance; strengthening of ethical and moral values in governance; ethical issues in international relations and funding; corporate governance.

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