“Codes of ethics keep an organization’s soul intact, while the code of conduct keeps its hands clean.” While a Code… Continue reading The ‘Code of Conduct’ and ‘Code of Ethics’ are the sources of guidance in public administration. There is code of conduct already in operation, whereas code of ethics is not yet put in place. Suggest a suitable model for code of ethics to maintain integrity, probity and transparency in governance

“Laws are made for people, not people for laws.”– Albert Einestine In public administration, focusing solely on formality and ignoring… Continue reading “Mindless addiction to Form, ignoring the Substance of the matter, results in rendering of injustice. A perceptive civil servant is one who ignores such literalness and carries out true intent.” Examine the above statement with suitable illustrations

As Heraclitus said, “The only constant in life is change.” Justice, at its core, is a fluid concept, shaped by… Continue reading “The concept of Just and Unjust is contextual. What was just a year back, may turn out to be unjust in today’s context. Changing context should be constantly under scrutiny to prevent miscarriage of justice.” Examine the above statement with suitable examples

Immanuel Kant contrasts the nature of legal guilt and moral responsibility. While law is a system of rules and guidelines… Continue reading “In law, a man is guilty when he violates the rights of others. In ethics, he is guilty if he only thinks of doing so.” Immanuel Kant

“Faith without action is dead.” While faith provides the vision and moral compass, strength ensures resilience and the capacity to… Continue reading “Faith is of no avail in the absence of strength. Faith and strength, both are essential to accomplish any great work.” Sardar Patel

Swami Vivekananda emphasizes the importance of learning from others while maintaining individuality. He encourages absorbing knowledge and wisdom from diverse… Continue reading “Learn everything that is good from others, but bring it in, and in your own way absorb it, do not become others.” – Swami Vivekananda

“The earth provides enough to satisfy every man’s needs, but not every man’s greed.” – Gandhi Human Greed in the… Continue reading Global warming and climate change are the outcomes of human greed in the name of development, indicating the direction in which extinction of organisms including human beings is heading towards loss of life on Earth. How do you put an end to this to protect life and bring equilibrium between the society and the environment?

Western nations often advocate for peace, democracy, and human rights while being major global arms suppliers, creating cognitive dissonance and… Continue reading “It is not enough to talk about peace, one must believe in it; and it is not enough to believe in it, one must act upon it.” In the present context, the major weapon industries of the developed nations are adversely influencing continuation of number of wars for their own self-interest, all around the world. What are the ethical considerations of the powerful nations in today’s international arena to stop continuation of ongoing conflicts?

Mackenzie defines ethics as a set of moral principles that guide human action in a way acceptable by society. According… Continue reading “Ethics encompasses several key dimensions that are crucial in guiding individuals and organizations towards morally responsible behaviour.” Explain the key dimensions of ethics that influence human actions. Discuss how these dimensions shape ethical decision-making in the professional context

Talk To UPSC Mentor Now “AI is the future of government efficiency, transparency, and citizen service, but it must be… Continue reading The application of Artificial Intelligence as a dependable source of input for administrative rational decision-making is a debatable issue. Critically examine the statement from the ethical point of view

While social media platforms and encrypted messaging services have become integral to communication, enabling users to connect across the globe,… Continue reading Social media and encrypting messaging services pose a serious security challenge. What measures have been adopted at various levels to address the security implications of social media? Also suggest any other remedies to address the problem

The India-China border extends over 3,400 km and includes contentious zones like the Line of Actual Control (LAC) and McMahon… Continue reading India has a long and troubled border with China and Pakistan fraught with contentious issues. Examine the conflicting issues and security challenges along the border. Also give out the development being undertaken in these areas under the Border Area Development Programme (BADP) and Border Infrastructure and Management (BIM) Scheme

Urban flooding refers to the inundation of land or property in densely populated areas due to heavy rainfall, overflowing rivers,… Continue reading Flooding in urban areas is an emerging climate-induced disaster. Discuss the causes of this disaster. Mention the features of two such major floods in the last two decades in India. Describe the policies and frameworks in India that aim at tackling such floods

According to the Hyogo Framework for Action (UNISDR, 2005), disaster resilience is ‘the capacity of a system, community or society… Continue reading What is disaster resilience? How is it determined? Describe various elements of a resilience framework. Also mention the global targets of the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction (2015-2030)

Asteroids are rocky, airless remnants from the early solar system, primarily orbiting between Mars and Jupiter in the Asteroid Belt.… Continue reading What are asteroids? How real is the threat of them causing extinction of life? What strategies have been developed to prevent such a catastrophe?

The world population is projected to reach approximately 9.7 billion by 2050, significantly increasing demand for freshwater resources. UNESCO notes… Continue reading The world is facing an acute shortage of clean and safe freshwater. What are the alternative technologies which can solve this crisis? Briefly discuss any three such technologies citing their key merits and demerits

Buffer stocks are reserves of essential commodities, aimed at stabilizing agricultural prices and ensuring food security. India currently maintains over… Continue reading Elucidate the importance of buffer stocks for stabilizing agricultural prices in India. What are the challenges associated with the storage of buffer stock? Discuss

Irrigation is critical to Indian agriculture, which accounts for 80% of the country’s freshwater consumption. According to the Ministry of… Continue reading What are the major challenges faced by Indian irrigation system in recent times? State the measures taken by the government for efficient irrigation management

India’s vast geography and diverse regions make efficient air connectivity a critical element in driving economic growth, enhancing national integration,… Continue reading What is the need for expanding the regional air connectivity in India? In this context, discuss the government’s UDAN Scheme and its achievements

As per recommendations of 2nd National Commission on Labour, 29 labor laws in India have been consolidated into Four comprehensive… Continue reading Discuss the merits and demerits of the four ‘Labour Codes’ in the context of labour market reforms in India. What has been the progress so far in this regard?