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Ethics, Integrity and Aptitude UPSC PYQ 2023

16 questions from the UPSC 2023 examination.

16 questions

1Mediummains10 marks
Emotional intelligence - concepts, and their utilities and application in administration and governance

"What really matters for success, character, happiness and lifelong achievements is a definite set of emotional skills — your EQ — not just purely cognitive abilities that are measured by conventional IQ tests." Do you agree with this view? Give reasons in support of your answer. (Answer in 150 words) <!--qid:MAINS_2023_GSIV_Q4a-->

2Mediummains10 marks
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

Explain the term social capital. How does it enhance good governance? (Answer in 150 words) <!--qid:MAINS_2023_GS-IV_Q71-->

3Mediummains20 marks
Ethics and Human Interface: Essence, determinants and consequences of Ethics in human actions; dimensions of ethics; ethics - in private and public relationships

Vinod, Managing Director of a State Road Transport Corporation, receives evidence of the Chairman’s alleged bribery and must decide how to act amid political pressures. <!--qid:MAINS_2023_GS-IV_Q10-->

4Mediummains10 marks
Ethics and Human Interface: Essence, determinants and consequences of Ethics in human actions; dimensions of ethics; ethics - in private and public relationships

Differentiate 'moral intuition' from 'moral reasoning' with suitable examples. (Answer in 150 words) <!--qid:MAINS_2023_GSIV_Q4b-->

5Mediummains10 marks
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

What do you understand by 'moral integrity' and 'professional efficiency' in the context of corporate governance in India? Illustrate with suitable examples. (Answer in 150 words) <!--qid:MAINS_2023_GSIV_Q1a-->

6Mediummains10 marks
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

Is conscience a more reliable guide when compared to laws, rules and regulations in the context of ethical decision-making? Discuss. (Answer in 150 words) <!--qid:MAINS_2023_GS-IV_Q68-->

7Mediummains10 marks
Human Values - lessons from the lives and teachings of great leaders, reformers and administrators; role of family, society and educational institutions in inculcating values

Corruption is the manifestation of the failure of core values in society. In your opinion, what measures can be adopted to uplift the core values in society? <!--qid:MAINS_2023_GSIV_Q2a-->

8Mediummains30 marks
Ethics and Human Interface: Essence, determinants and consequences of Ethics in human actions; dimensions of ethics; ethics - in private and public relationships

Given below are three quotations of great thinkers. What do each of these quotations convey to you in the present context? <!--qid:MAINS_2023_GS-IV_Q3-->

9Mediummains20 marks
Ethics and Human Interface: Essence, determinants and consequences of Ethics in human actions; dimensions of ethics; ethics - in private and public relationships

Seema, a talented new architect, faces continuous harassment from the soon-to-retire Chief Architect who fears loss of credit for an important project. <!--qid:MAINS_2023_GS-IV_Q11-->

10Mediummains10 marks
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

'International aid' is an accepted form of helping 'resource-challenged' nations. Comment on 'ethics in contemporary international aid'. Support your answer with suitable examples. (Answer in 150 words) <!--qid:MAINS_2023_GSIV_Q1b-->

11Mediummains20 marks
Ethics and Human Interface: Essence, determinants and consequences of Ethics in human actions; dimensions of ethics; ethics - in private and public relationships

You are working as an executive in a nationalised bank. A colleague secretly uses ₹10 lakh from a dormant account, facilitated by the bank manager, for her father’s heart surgery and is repaying it. <!--qid:MAINS_2023_GS-IV_Q7-->

12Mediummains20 marks
Public/Civil service values and Ethics in Public administration: Status and problems; ethical concerns and dilemmas in government and private institutions

As District Magistrate, you face a dilemma over immediate blood transfusion for a pregnant landslide victim, where only unbanked blood is available. <!--qid:MAINS_2023_GS-IV_Q8-->

13Mediummains20 marks
Ethics and Human Interface: Essence, determinants and consequences of Ethics in human actions; dimensions of ethics; ethics - in private and public relationships

Rashika, a Joint Secretary, struggles to balance demanding office work with her family responsibilities and personal well-being. <!--qid:MAINS_2023_GS-IV_Q9-->

14Mediummains10 marks
Probity in Governance: Concept of public service; Philosophical basis of governance and probity; Information sharing and transparency in government; Right to Information; Codes of Ethics; Codes of Conduct; Citizen's Charters; Work culture; Quality of service delivery; Utilization of public funds; challenges of corruption

In the context of work environment, differentiate between 'coercion' and 'undue influence' with suitable examples. (Answer in 150 words) <!--qid:MAINS_2023_GSIV_Q2b-->

15Mediummains20 marks
Ethics and Human Interface: Essence, determinants and consequences of Ethics in human actions; dimensions of ethics; ethics - in private and public relationships

You are a medical officer in a Government hospital. You receive reports of your 11-year-old son’s behavioural issues at school, including purchasing chocolates from a vendor against rules and being mocked by classmates. <!--qid:MAINS_2023_GS-IV_Q12-->

16Mediummains10 marks
Probity in Governance: Concept of public service; Philosophical basis of governance and probity; Information sharing and transparency in government; Right to Information; Codes of Ethics; Codes of Conduct; Citizen's Charters; Work culture; Quality of service delivery; Utilization of public funds; challenges of corruption

'Probity is essential for an effective system of governance and socio-economic development.' Discuss. (Answer in 150 words) <!--qid:MAINS_2023_GSIV_Q5b-->

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