The ethical considerations of moonlighting depend on various factors. In India, whether it is considered ethical to do more than one job depends on the specific circumstances and the agreements between the employee and the employer. Analyse.

Topic: Ethics and Human Interface: Essence, determinants and consequences of Ethics in-human actions; dimensions of ethics; ethics – in private and public relationships.

6. The ethical considerations of moonlighting depend on various factors. In India, whether it is considered ethical to do more than one job depends on the specific circumstances and the agreements between the employee and the employer. Analyse. (150 Words)

Difficulty level: Moderate

Why the question:

The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 4.

Key Demand of the question:

To form an opinion on ethicality of moonlighting.

Directive:

Directive word: 

Analyse – When asked to analyse, you must examine methodically the structure or nature of the topic by separating it into component parts and present them in a summary.

Structure of the answer:

Introduction:

Begin by defining the concept of moonlighting.

Body:

First, give reasons as to why there is need of moonlighting and cite reasons as to why it may be considered ethical.

Next, given reasons as to why moonlighting maybe considered unethical.

Conclusion:

Conclude by giving a balanced opinion the issue.