Topic: Ethics and Human Interface: Essence, determinants and consequences of Ethics in human actions; dimensions of ethics; ethics in private and public relationships. Human Values – lessons from the lives and teachings of great leaders, reformers and administrators; role of family, society and educational institutions in inculcating values.
6) Is there more unethical behaviour in government than in business? Analyse by giving your opinion with suitable examples.(250 words)
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Why this question:
The question tries to ascertain the unethical behaviour prevalent in the government offices and businesses and tries to evaluate a comparison.
Key demand of the question:
One must compare and contrast the prevalent unethical behaviour in government and businesses of today with suitable examples.
Directive:
Analyze – When asked to analyse, you have to examine methodically the structure or nature of the topic by separating it into component parts and present them as a whole in a summary.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Explain what you understand by unethical behaviour- Unethical behavior is an action that falls outside of what is considered morally right or proper for a person, a profession or an industry. Individuals can behave unethically, as can businesses, professionals and politicians.
Body:
Explain first what is ethical behaviour? How is it different from unethical behaviour?
Discuss the importance of ethics in businesses or government organizations.
How are the two different? Explain with suitable examples and provide for a balanced opinion.
Conclusion:
Conclude with a fair and balanced opinion and need for ethical behaviour at a workplace.
