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  1. 2015 · GS4 · 10 marksSocial values are more important than economic values. Discuss the above statement with examples in the context of the inclusive growth of a nation.
  2. 2015 · GS4 · 10 marksSome recent developments such as the introduction of the RTI Act, media and judicial activism, etc. are proving helpful in bringing about greater transparency and accountability in the functioning of the government. However, it is also being observed that at times the mechanisms are misused. Another negative effect is that the officers are now afraid to take prompt decisions. Analyze the situation in detail and suggest how the dichotomy can be resolved. Suggest how these negative impacts can be minimized.
  3. 2015 · GS4 · 10 marksToday we find that in spite of various measures of prescribing codes of conduct, setting up vigilance cells/commissions, RTI, active media, and strengthening of legal mechanisms, corrupt practices are not coming under control. (a) Evaluate the effectiveness of these measures with justifications (b) Suggest more effective strategies to tackle this menace
  4. 2015 · GS4 · 10 marksTwo different kinds of attitudes exhibited by public servants towards their work have been identified as the bureaucratic attitude and the democratic attitude. (a) Distinguish between these two terms and write their merits and demerits. (b) Is it possible to balance the two to create a better administration for the faster development of our country?
  5. 2015 · GS4 · 20 marksOne of the scientists working in the R&D laboratory of a major pharmaceutical company discovers that one of the company’s bestselling veterinary drugs has the potential to cure a currently incurable liver disease which is prevalent in tribal areas. However, developing a variant of the drug suitable for human beings entailed a lot of research and development having a huge expenditure to the extent of Rs. 50 crores. It was unlikely that the company would recover the cost as the disease was rampant only in poverty-stricken areas having very little market otherwise. If you were the CEO, then (a) Identify the various actions that you could take (b) Evaluate the pros and cons of each of your actions
  6. 2015 · GS4 · 10 marksHow do the virtues of trustworthiness and fortitude get manifested in public service? Explain with examples
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