vs Ethical Sticking

1 UPSC Mains questions on this topic (2017–2017), with real topper answers where available.

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Q10. You are an honest and responsible civil servant. You often observe the following: 1) There is a general perception that adhering to ethical conduct one may face difficulties to oneself and cause problems for the family, whereas unfair practices may help to reach the career goals. 2) When the number of people adopting unfair means is large, a Merits/Demerits of small minority having a penchant towards ethical means makes Career Pragmatism difference. 3) Sticking to ethical means is detrimental to the larger developmental goals 4) While one may not involve oneself in large unethical practices, but giving and accepting small gifts makes the system more efficient. Examine the above statements with their merits and demerits2017 · 20 marks

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