Ethics and Moral Philosophy

"The strength of a society is not in its laws, but in the morality of its people." – Swami Vivekananda

guiding individuals and organizations towards morally responsible behaviour.” Explain the key dimensions of ethics that influence human Dimensions of Ethics actions. Discuss how these dimensions shape ethical decision-making in

“In law, a man is guilty when he violates the rights of others. In ethics, he is guilty if he only thinks of doing so.” – Immanuel Kant

“The concept of Just and Unjust is contextual. What was just a year back, may turn out to be unjust in today’s context. Changing context should be constantly under scrutiny to prevent Contextual Justice miscarriage of justice.” Examine the above statement with suitable examples.

“It is not enough to talk about peace, one must believe in it; and it is not enough to believe in it, one must act upon it.” In the present context, the major weapon industries of the developed nations are adversely influencing continuation of number of wars for their own self-interest, all around the world. What are the ethical considerations of the powerful nations in today’s

Probity is essential for an effective system of governance and socio-economic development. Discuss

day-to-day functioning? Differentiate ‘moral intuition” from ‘moral reasoning’ with moral intuition vs suitable examples. “Ethics encompasses several key dimensions that are crucial in

“The simplest acts of kindness are by far more powerful than a thousand heads bowing in prayer.”- Mahatma Gandhi

“Do not hate anybody, because that hatred that comes out from you must, in the long run, come back to you. If you love, that love will come back to you, completing the circle- Swami Vivekananda

protection mechanism to safeguard the whistle blower? “Corruption is the manifestation of the failure of core values in the society.” In your opinion, what measures can be adopted to uplift the core values in the society?

Ethics is knowing the difference between what you have the right to do and what is right to do.’-Potter Stewart .

ensure in smooth functioning of an organization/system. If so, what does ethics seek to promote in human life? How do ethical values assist in the resolution of conflicts faced by him in his

“Integrity is a value that empowers the human being.” Justify with suitable illustration. Apart from intellectual competency and moral qualities,

involved in the given state of affair. “Refugees should not be turned back to the country where they would face persecution or human right violation.” Examine the statement with reference to ethical dimension being violated by the nation claiming to be democratic with open society. In contemporary world, corporate sector’s contribution in

Life doesn’t make any sense without interdependence. We need each other, and the sooner we learn that, it is better for us all.” -Erik Erikson

Customs and traditions suppress reason leading to obscurantism. Do you Tradition vs agree?

”A system of morality which is based on relative emotional values is a mere illusion, a thoroughly vulgar conception which has nothing sound in it and nothing true.” – Socrates.

Distinguish between laws and rules. Discuss the role of ethics in formulating them.

”Condemn none: if you can stretch out a helping hand do so. If not fold your hands, bless your brothers and let them go their own way.” – Swami Vivekanand

The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in service of others .” Mahatma Gandhi

‘Hatred is destructive of a person‘s wisdom and conscience that can poison a nation’s spirit. Do you agree with this view? Justify your answer

What is meant by ‘crisis of conscience’? How does it manifest itself in the public domain?

“Where there is righteousness in the heart, there is beauty in the character. When there is beauty in the character, there is harmony in the home. When there is harmony in the home,

integrity, intelligence and energy. And if they do not have the first, the other two will kill you.” – Warren Buffett. What do you understand by this statement in the present-day scenario? Explain.

development of society and country. With regard to the morality of actions, one view is that means is of paramount importance and the other view is that the ends justify the means. Which view do you think is more appropriate? Justify your answer.

What does this quotations mean to you in the present context: “Falsehood takes the place of truth when it results in unblemished common good.”- Tirukkural.

“The true rule, in determining to embrace, or reject anything, is not whether it has any evil in it; but whether it has more evil than good. There are few things wholly evil or wholly good. Utilitarianism in Almost everything, especially of governmental policy, is an inseparable compound of the two; so that our best judgement of the preponderance between them is continually demanded. ”

programmes. According to many legal experts and the US Government, his action violated the Espionage act of 1971, which identified the leak of State secret as an act of treason. Yet, despite the fact that he broke the law, Snowden argued that he had a moral obligation to act. He gave a justification for his “whistle blowing” by stating that he had a duty “to inform the public as to that which is done in there name and that which is done against them.” According to Snowden, the Government’s violation of privacy had to be exposed regardless of legality since more substantive issues of social action and public morality were involved here. Many agreed with Snowden. Few argued that he broke the law and compromised national security, for which he should be held accountable. Do you agree that Snowden’s actions were ethically justified even if legally prohibited? Why or why not? Make an argument by weighing the competing values in this case

What does this quotations mean to you in the present context: Anger and intolerance are the enemies of correct understanding. Management(Anger “ _ Mahatma Gandhi.

and obligations, neither the law, nor democratic government, nor even the market economy will function properly. What do you understand by this statement? Explain with illustration in

One of the tests of integrity is complete refusal to be compromised. Explain with reference to a real life example. “In looking for people to hire, you look for three qualities:

“Great ambition is the passion of a great character. Those endowed with it may perform very good or very bad acts. All depends on the principles which direct them.” – Napoleon Bonaparte. Stating examples mention the rulers (i) who have harmed society and country, (ii) who worked for the

the contemporary times. The crisis of ethical values in modern times is traced to a narrow perception of the good life. Discuss.

Discuss Mahatma Gandhi’s concept of seven sins. Max Weber said that it is not wise to apply to public

Law and ethics are considered to be the two tools for controlling human conduct so as to make it conducive to civilized social existence. (a) Discuss how they achieve this objective. (b) Giving examples, show how the two differ in their approaches.

“The weak can never forgive; forgiveness is the attribute of the strong.”

We can easily forgive a child who is afraid of the dark; the real tragedy of life is when men are afraid of the light.

What is meant by ‘environmental ethics’? Why is it important to study? Discuss any one environmental issue from the viewpoint of environmental ethics.

The current society is plagued with widespread trust-deficit. What are the consequences of this situation for personal Ethics in Private and well-being and for societal well-being? What can you do at the Public Relationships personal level to make yourself trustworthy?

Integrity without knowledge is weak and useless, but knowledge without integrity is dangerous and dreadful. What do you Integrity vs understand by this statement? Explain your stand with Knowledge illustrations from the modern context.

In the context of defense services, ‘patriotism’ demands readiness to even lay down one’s life in protecting the nation. According to you, what does patriotism imply in everyday civil life? Explain with illustrations and justify your answer.

Nearly all men can withstand adversity, but if you want to test a man’s character, give him power.—Abraham Lincoln

Some people feel that values keep changing with time and situation, while others strongly believe that there are certain Universal vs Relative universal and eternal human values. Give your perception in this regard with due justification.

What is meant by ‘crisis of conscience’? Narrate one incident in your life when you were faced with such a crisis and how you Crisis of Conscience resolved the same.

I count him braver who overcomes his desires than him who overcomes his enemies.—Aristotle

There is enough on this earth for every one’s need but for no one’s greed. Mahatma Gandhi.

The good of an individual is contained in the good of all. What do you understand by this statement? How can this principle be implemented in public life?