• In contemporary world, corporate sector’s contribution in generating wealth and employment is increasing. In doing so, they are bringing in unprecedented onslaught on the climate, environmental sustainability and living conditions of human beings. In this background, do you find that Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is efficient and sufficient to fulfil the social roles and responsibilities needed in the corporate work mandated? Critically examine
• Conflict of interest in the public sector arises when (a) official duties, (b) public interest, and (c) personal interest are taking priority one above the other. How can this conflict in administration be resolved? Describe with an example.
• “At the international level, the bilateral relations between most nations are governed on the policy of promoting one’s own national interest without any regard for the interest of other nations. This leads to conflicts and tensions between the nations. How can ethical consideration help resolve such tensions? Discuss with specific examples.
• Is conscience a more reliable guide when compared to laws, rules and regulations in the context of ethical decision-making? Discuss
• The Rules and Regulations provided to all the civil servants are same, yet there is difference in the performance. Positive minded officers are able to interpret the Rules and Regulations in favour of the case and achieve success, whereas negative minded officers are unable to achieve goals by interpreting the same Rules and Regulations against the case. Discuss with illustrations.
• "Public-private partnerships are essential for development, but they also raise ethical concerns regarding conflicts of interest, accountability, and the role of the state." Critically evaluate this statement with reference to PPP projects in India. Discuss how ethical principles can be integrated into the design and implementation of PPPs to ensure transparency, fairness, and the protection of public interest.
• While both government and private institutions face ethical challenges, the nature and impact of these often differ significantly. Discuss in the context of their distinct mandates, structures, and accountability mechanisms
• ‘‘The simplest acts of kindness are by far more powerful than a thousand heads bowing in prayer’’. –Mahatma Gandhi