"In looking for people to hire, you look for three qualities : integrity, intelligence and energy. And if they do not have the first, the other two will kill you." — Warren Buffett What do you understand by this statement in the present-day scenario ? Explain.

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?

(a) What do you understand by the term 'voice of conscience'? How do you prepare yourself to heed to the voice of conscience? (150 words, 10 marks) (b) What is meant by 'crisis of conscience'? Narrate one incident in your life when you were faced with such a crisis and how you resolved the same. (150 words, 10 marks)