Mains Practice Questions

Q. What is emotional intelligence? Discuss its relevance in the context of public service. (250 words)

Q. What is the role of morality in shaping human behavior? Discuss the importance of ethical values in personal and professional life. (150 words)

Q. Discuss the ethical implications of using artificial intelligence in decision-making processes. (150 words)

Q. "The ethical dilemmas faced by public servants in modern times are complex and challenging." Discuss with examples. (150 Words)

Q. “Compassion and tolerance are not a sign of weakness, but a sign of strength.” What does this quote mean in the present context? (150 words)

Q. What do you understand by the Integrity pacts? In light of recent events, analyze their utility in ensuring transparency and efficiency in public procurement in India? (150 words)

Q. Codes of ethics and codes of conduct are often used interchangeably, but they have different meanings and functions. Explain the differences between codes of ethics and codes of conduct and provide examples of each. (150 words)

Q. The Right to Information (RTI) Act is considered a cornerstone of transparency and accountability in democratic societies. Discuss the ethical implications and utility of RTI in promoting good governance and social justice. Analyze with suitable examples. (150 words)

Q. What are the challenges of upholding ethical standards in public service? (150 words)

Q. How does corporate social responsibility impact Indian society and what are some potential benefits and challenges in implementation of corporate social responsibility? (150 words)

Q. What is the relationship between ethics and aptitude? How does a person's moral character affect their ability to make rational decisions and act in the best interest of society? (150 words)

Q. Discuss the significance of integrity in public administration and the measures that can be taken to foster a culture of integrity in the civil service. (150 words)

Q. Examine the importance of accountability and transparency in promoting ethical behavior in public administration. (150 words)

Q. Evaluate the impact of cultural values on ethical behavior in public service. (150 words) 

Q. How can ethical considerations be incorporated into environmental policy-making? (150 words)

Q. How can civil servants promote integrity and probity in public life? (150 words)

Q. What do you understand by ‘moral courage’? Why is it important for a civil servant? Give an example of a situation where you displayed moral courage. (150 words)

Q. Explain how ethics contributes to social and human well-being. (150 words)

Q. What are the principles of natural justice? How are they applied in administrative decision making? Explain with examples. (150 words)

Q. What do you understand by emotional intelligence? How can it help you in improving your interpersonal skills and decision making? Give examples from your own life or from any public figure. (150 words)

Q. What are the key ethical theories and frameworks, and how can they be applied to real-world ethical dilemmas? (150 words)

Q. What ethical principles should guide decisions regarding issues such as human rights, conflict resolution, and the use of force in international affairs? (150 words)

Q. Discuss the concept of "ethical relativism" and evaluate its merits and demerits as a basis for ethical decision-making. (150 words)

Q. How does the principle of utilitarianism relate to ethical decision-making in public policy? Discuss with the help of an example. (150 words)

Q. What is the relationship between ethics and morality in a society, and how do they differ from each other? (150 words)

Q. What are the key principles of deontological ethics and how do they differ from consequentialist ethics? (150 words)

Q. Explain the different types of attitudes and how they influence our thoughts and behavior. (150 words)

Q. Discuss the role of probity in public administration and evaluate its impact on the functioning of public institutions. (150 words)

Q. What is the meaning of key ethical terms such as 'right', 'wrong', 'love', and 'compassion'? How do these terms relate to our understanding of morality and ethical principles? (150 words)

Q. Identify five ethical traits on which one can plot the performance of a civil servant and justify their inclusion in the matrix. (150 words)