6. Apart from intellectual competency and moral qualities, empathy and compassion are some of the other vital attributes that facilitate civil servants to be more competent in tackling crucial issues or taking critical decisions. Explain with suitable illustrations. (Answer in 150 words) 10
Difficulty Level: Tough
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 4 and part of ‘Philosophical Mondays’ in Mission-2023 Secure. This was asked in UPSC 2022 GS4.
Key Demand of the question: To write about how universal values like empathy and compassion are much vital in tackling crucial issues.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Start by describing intellectual competency, empathy and compassion.
Body:
First, Write about how intellectual competency is very much important for a civil servant while tackling crucial issues. Give examples.
Then, mention how moral qualities like empathy and compassion also play a vital role in understanding issues.
Substantiate the above with examples.
Conclusion:
Conclude the answer by giving a balanced opinion.
