Q7. “Misuse of power and proximity to authority corrodes the ethical foundations of public life.” Discuss this statement. Evaluate its implications for democratic accountability. (10 M)
Difficulty Level: Medium
Reference: TH
Why the question
Recent high-profile cases involving alleged misuse of influence and judicial scrutiny highlight concerns about ethical governance, rule of law and accountability in public life.Key Demand of the question
The question requires discussing how misuse of power and proximity to authority corrodes ethical foundations of public life and evaluating its implications for democratic accountability.Structure of the Answer:
Introduction
Briefly highlight ethics as the foundation of public life and how misuse of authority undermines trust and fairness.Body
- Misuse of power and proximity: Show how influence leads to bias, erosion of integrity and distortion of rule of law.
- Implications for democratic accountability: Explain impact on public trust, institutional accountability and equality before law.
Conclusion
Provide a forward-looking line on strengthening ethical leadership, institutional integrity and accountability mechanisms.
