Q7. Discuss how misinformation and selective narratives can undermine ethical governance. Explain how ethical communication can be ensured in public life. (10 M)
Difficulty Level: Medium
Reference: TH
Why the question
The rise of misinformation and selective narratives in public discourse poses serious ethical challenges to governance, accountability and democratic integrity.Key Demand of the question
The question requires explaining how misinformation and selective narratives undermine ethical governance and then outlining ways to ensure ethical communication in public life. It demands both analytical explanation and normative solutions.Structure of the Answer:
Introduction
Briefly define misinformation and link it with ethical governance and trust in public institutions.Body
- Impact on ethical governance: Show how misinformation erodes transparency, accountability and public trust
- Ensuring ethical communication: Indicate measures like transparency, fact-checking and ethical standards in public life
Conclusion
Conclude with a forward-looking remark on strengthening truth-based communication as a pillar of ethical governance.
