Topic: Human Values – lessons from the lives and teachings of great leaders, reformers and administrators;
7. One needs to order different virtues in a hierarchy in order to help one to make a decision in the case of a conflict. Elaborate. (150 Words)
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 4 and part of ‘Abstract Thursdays’ in Mission-2023. Secure.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about taking decision and overcoming conflicts by having a hierarchy of values.
Directive word:
Elaborate – Give a detailed account as to how and why it occurred, or what is the context. You must be defining key terms wherever appropriate and substantiate with relevant associated facts.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by giving context regarding conflicts in decision making.
Body:
First, write about the ways conflicts impact decision making and its outcome – delays, improper decision making, dereliction of duty etc.
Next, write about how having a set of hierarchy of virtues can help in resolving conflicts.
Conclusion:
Conclude by summarising.
