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“Courage combined with integrity is the foundation of character”. — Brian Tracy

Q7. What does the following quotation convey to you in the present context? (10 M) “Courage combined with integrity is the foundation of character”. — Brian Tracy Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: InsightsIAS Why the question The ethical interplay between integrity and courage in shaping moral character in today’s governance and societal pressures. Key demand of …

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“The courage of a civil servant is tested when legality and expediency collide”. Examine this statement. How should ethical principles guide officers in such situations?

  Q7. “The courage of a civil servant is tested when legality and expediency collide”. Examine this statement. How should ethical principles guide officers in such situations? (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: TH Why the question IPS officer Anjana Krishna V.S., who recently came into the spotlight for her bold actions in an anti-mining …

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“All persons ought to endeavour to follow what is right, and not what is established” – Aristotle

  Q7.What does the following quotation convey to you in the present context?  (10 M) “All persons ought to endeavour to follow what is right, and not what is established” – Aristotle Difficulty Level: Medium Why the question: The ethical dilemma between conformity to tradition and pursuit of moral righteousness, which is crucial in public …

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UPSC Mains Answer Writing Practice – Insights SECURE: 19 June 2024

The Insights IAS Secure Initiative for UPSC Mains Answer Writing practice enables you to practice daily answer writing, enhancing your skills and boosting your scores with regular feedback, expert tips, and strategies. Let consistency be the hallmark of your preparation and utilize UPSC Mains Answer Writing practice initiative wisely   Click on EACH question to post/upload …

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“Courage is not simply one of the virtues, but the form of every virtue at the testing point.”  – C.S. Lewis

Topic: Human Values – lessons from the lives and teachings of great leaders, reformers and administrators; 7.  What does this quote means to you? (150 words) “Courage is not simply one of the virtues, but the form of every virtue at the testing point.”  – C.S. Lewis Difficulty level: Easy Why the question: The question is …

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