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Probity without accountability is an incomplete ideal in public service. Discuss. Highlight measures to institutionalize accountability.

Topic: Probity in Governance: Concept of public service; Philosophical basis of governance and probity Information sharing and transparency in government, Right to Information Q7. Probity without accountability is an incomplete ideal in public service. Discuss. Highlight measures to institutionalize accountability. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: InsightsIAS Why the question: There is a growing emphasis …

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In the wake of the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic, the company R launched a product named Coronil, claiming it to be the “first evidence-based medicine for COVID-19.

Q7. In the wake of the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic, the company R launched a product named Coronil, claiming it to be the “first evidence-based medicine for COVID-19.” Advertising materials suggested the product was certified and endorsed by the World Health Organisation (WHO). However, WHO promptly clarified that it had not certified any …

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UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 23 November 2024

  UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 23 November 2024 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles   InstaLinks :  Insta Links help you think beyond the  current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. …

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Impacts of Social Media on Democracy

Syllabus: Science and Technology Source:  TH  Context: Social media has revolutionized communication and information dissemination globally. While it fosters democratic values by empowering voices and facilitating debates, it also poses challenges through misinformation, hate speech, and monopolistic control.  Social Media and Its Types: Definition: Social media platforms allow users to create, share, and interact with …

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“Lack of accountability and absence of prudent management of public funds has paved way for underutilisation and misutilization of public funds”. Analyse

Q6. “Lack of accountability and absence of prudent management of public funds has paved way for underutilisation and misutilization of public funds”. Analyse (150 words, 10M)  Difficulty level: Easy  Reference: Deccan Herald  Why the question? Karnataka government issued circular on prudent management of public funds. The circular comes in the wake of the embezzlement of taxpayers’ …

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Government organisations suffer from opacity and inherent lack of information. What are ways to ensure transparency and accountability in government organisations?

Topic:  accountability and ethical governance; strengthening of ethical and moral values in governance; 7. Government organisations suffer from opacity and inherent lack of information. What are ways to ensure transparency and accountability in government organisations?  (150 words) Difficulty level: Moderate Why the question: The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper …

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[MISSION 2022] Insights SECURE 2022 : Daily UPSC Mains Answer Writing Practice: 7 April 2022

  Click on EACH question to post/upload you answers. How to Follow Secure Initiative? How to Self-evaluate your answer?  MISSION – 2022: YEARLONG TIMETABLE Join IPM 4.0 to get an assured review of 2 secure answers everyday   General Studies – 1 Topic:  Indian culture will cover the salient aspects of Art Forms, literature and Architecture …

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Whistleblowing is one of the most effective ways to detect and prevent corruption and malpractices. Elaborate.

Topic: Information sharing and transparency in government, Right to Information 7. Whistleblowing is one of the most effective ways to detect and prevent corruption and malpractices. Elaborate. 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-2022 Secure. …

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What are the ways to build and maintain a culture of accountability in government organisations?

Topic: accountability and ethical governance; strengthening of ethical and moral values in governance; 7. What are the ways to build and maintain a culture of accountability in government organisations?  (150 words) Difficulty level: Moderate Why the question: The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 4 and part of ‘Conceptual …

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Examine the relevance of the following in the context of civil service

Topic : Public/Civil service values and Ethics in Public administration: Status and problems; ethical concerns and dilemmas in government and private institutions; laws, rules, regulations and conscience as sources of ethical guidance; accountability and ethical governance; strengthening of ethical and moral values in governance; ethical issues in international relations and funding; corporate governance. 7. Examine …

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Insights into Editorial: A milestone in greater transparency, accountability

Insights into Editorial: A milestone in greater transparency, accountability Context: The State Government of Rajasthan has recently launched the first-ever public information portal named “Jan Soochna Portal-2019”. Jan Soochna Portal (JSP) is a remarkable achievement in advancing the Right to Information (RTI). The portal aims to provide information to the public about government authorities and …

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