Q6. Ethics is not merely a matter of personal morality but a social necessity for sustaining trust. Elucidate this statement. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: InsightsIAS Why the question Tests understanding of ethics as a societal construct and its role in sustaining trust. Key Demand of the question The question requires explaining how ethics …
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 …
Q7. “Deception erodes not only individual trust but also institutional credibility.” What ethical concerns arise from such conduct? What measures can prevent it? (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: TH Why the question Increasing instances of misinformation, lack of transparency and ethical lapses in public life have raised concerns about trust deficit in institutions. Key …
Q7. What do each of the quotation conveys to you in the present context? (10 M) “The hottest places in hell are reserved for those who, in times of moral crisis, maintain their neutrality.” — Dante Alighieri Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: InsightsIAS Why the question To assess understanding of ethical responsibility in situations of injustice …
Anecdote: At Mumbai’s Ram Mandir railway station, a young man named Vikas Bendre rose to heroism when he helped a woman in labour deliver her baby on a train platform. Stranded without medical assistance and facing delays in emergency services, he showed extraordinary presence of mind by connecting with a female doctor via video call. …
Q7. Betrayal by those entrusted with care inflicts deeper moral harm than physical injury. Analyse this ethical paradox. Suggest ways to rebuild moral accountability in personal life. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: TH Why the question Drawn from real-world instances where protectors turn violators, raising fundamental ethical questions about trust, moral injury, and …
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Syllabus: Applications of Ethics Source: IE Context: The tragic death of 26-year-old EY employee Anna Sebastian Perayil has sparked critical discussions about toxic work culture in corporate India. Anna’s mother claims work pressure led to her daughter’s passing, highlighting issues of overwhelming workloads, long hours, and unrealistic expectations. Employees often hesitate to voice …
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Syllabus: Applications of Ethics Source: Unesco Context: UNESCO urged the application of open science principles to AI, noting that AI’s “black-box” nature and dominance by private companies limit open science. What is Open Science? Open Science is an inclusive approach that aims to make scientific research and data openly available, accessible, and reusable …
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Syllabus: Applications of Ethics Source: IE Context: The diversion of phosphoric acid, a key ingredient in fertilizers, for electric vehicle (EV) battery production is creating a potential “food vs cars” dilemma. What is ‘Food vs Fuel’, a looming ‘Food vs Cars’ dilemma? The “Food vs Fuel” dilemma refers to the conflict between using …
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Syllabus: Science and Technology Source: TH Context: The ambition to provide an “AI-powered primary-care physician for every Indian” in five years raises concerns about the feasibility, sustainability, and readiness of India’s healthcare system. Benefits of an AI-Powered Primary-Care Physician for Every Indian: 24/7 Accessibility: Provides round-the-clock access to healthcare services. Increased Efficiency: Automates …
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Source: IE Context: The Taliban’s new 114-page “morality law,” enforced by the Ministry of Propagation of Virtue and Prevention of Vice, formalizes restrictions on Afghan women. The law mandates full-body veiling, with face coverings deemed essential to prevent “temptation.” A woman’s voice is considered “intimate” and is banned from public singing or reciting. Men and …
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Syllabus: Ethics: Public Service Source: Th Context: The Central Vigilance Commission’s (CVC) 2023 report revealed that the highest number of graft complaints were against railway employees, followed by Delhi’s local bodies and public sector banks. Out of 74,203 corruption complaints received, 10,447 were against railway staff, 7,665 against local bodies in Delhi, and 7,004 …
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Syllabus: Applications of Ethics Source: HT Context: The Supreme Court warned states against demolishing properties of accused individuals without due process, calling such actions unjustified even in cases of conviction. The court plans to establish nationwide guidelines to regulate demolitions, emphasizing the need for legal procedures and protections. In the case of “bulldozer justice” …
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