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Though the growth of Nationalism is attributed to Western influence, Swami Vivekananda’s nationalism is deeply rooted in Indian spirituality and morality. Discuss. (250 words)

Giving suitable examples, explain how the conflict of interest can result in erosion of the public's trust in civil servants. (250 words)

Empathy, efficiency, impartiality and incorruptibility are the values that should govern the conduct of present-day civil servants. Do you agree? Explain with suitable examples. (250 words)

Examine the role of emotional intelligence for an administrator in today’s complex world. Also enumerate, with examples, the key attributes that an emotionally intelligent administrator should imbibe. (250 words)

What do you understand by cognitive dissonance? Give some examples of situations where a civil servant may experience cognitive dissonance. (250 words)

What does the following quotation mean to you in the present context?

“ It's easier to train aptitude than attitude.” (250 words)

What do you understand by attitude and aptitude? Examine the difference between the two. (150 words)

Today is Test 2 of the Mains Test Series. Best of luck!

You are a senior forest official who has recently been posted in a forest range which is also a tourist spot, famous amongst trekking enthusiasts and a pilgrimage center of local hill tribes. However, the trekking site is open only for males as the local tribal culture doesn’t permit the entry of women to the hill site housing their deity.

Recently, the State High Court has ruled that the site should be open for all without any gender discrimination. Following this, there have been relentless pressure from womens’ group to allow women at the trekking site, while local tribal group opposes the same. You fear that opening the site for women might lead to protests from tribals, compromising law and order situation and may also endanger the safety of trekkers to the site.

(1) What are the options open to you in this scenario? Discuss along with their merits and demerits.

(2) Which would be the most appropriate action that you would take in this situation and why? (250 words)

Circumstances justify morality. Do you agree? Substantiate. (250 words)

What are the three primary schools of thought in Ethics? Explain Conduct Ethics and its types. (250 words)

What do you understand by ethics and what are its determinants? How is ethics different from values? (250 words)

As an international organisation committed to global peace, has the UN been able to ensure international ethics? Examine along with reasons given in support of your answer. (250 words)

In a fast integrating technologically driven world with melting borders, international ethics framework for all is wishful thinking. Critically analyse. (250 words)

What is the meaning of ‘International Morality’? Mention its importance and discuss the Rohingya issue in this context. (250 words)

What do you understand by corporate social responsibility? What is its significance in the present Indian context? (250 words)

The Government is mulling corporate literacy exam for independent company directors. Highlight the role of independent company directors in good corporate governance. (250 words)

What is Corporate Governance? What are the ethical issues with Corporate Governance in India? Suggest measures to improve Corporate Governance in India. (250 words)

Which are the seven essential principles of public service that serves as a guide for civil servants? (250 words)

What is the citizens’ charter? What are its significance and limitations in a democracy like India? (250 words)