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Paper
GS-IV
Question
Q1
Marks
10M
Word Limit
150W
Structure (10 marks · about 150 words)
This sub-point (Ethical issues in international relations and funding; corporate governance) has been asked 11 times since 2013
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Paper
GS Paper IV: Ethics, Integrity & Aptitude
Subtopic
Ethical issues in international relations and funding; corporate governance
Section
A (Theory)
Source
Official UPSC 2024 paper, Q2(a) (verbatim)
Official UPSC syllabus: 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.
Questions frequently practiced alongside this one by UPSC aspirants
What do you understand by 'values' and 'ethics'? In what way is it important to be ethical along with being professionally competent?
(a) What do you understand by the following terms in the context of public service? (i) Integrity (ii) Perseverance (iii) Spirit of service (iv) Commitment (v) Courage of conviction (3×5=15 marks, 250 words) (b) Indicate two more attributes which you consider important for public service. Justify your answer. (100 words, 10 marks)
Some people feel that values keep changing with time and situation, while others strongly believe that there are certain universal and eternal human values. Give your perception in this regard with due justification.
What is 'emotional intelligence' and how can it be developed in people? How does it help an individual in taking ethical decisions?
Given below are three quotations of great moral thinkers/philosophers. For each of these quotations, bring out what it means to you in the present context: (a) 'There is enough on this earth for every one's need but for no one's greed.' — Mahatma Gandhi (150 words, 10 marks) (b) 'Nearly all men can withstand adversity, but if you want to test a man's character, give him power.' — Abraham Lincoln (150 words, 10 marks) (c) 'I count him braver who overcomes his desires than him who overcomes his enemies.' — Aristotle (150 words, 10 marks)
This is a verbatim UPSC Mains 2024 GS-IV question from the "Civil Service Values & Ethics in Administration" area of the official syllabus. It carries 10 marks with a 150-word limit.
For a 10-mark question with a 150-word limit, decode the directive verb first, then structure your answer with a crisp introduction, 2–3 substantiated body points, and a forward-looking conclusion within the limit.