You are the Executive Director of an upcoming InfoTech Company which is making a name for itself in the market. Mr. A, who is a star performer, is heading the marketing team. In a short period, he has increased revenues as well as created high brand equity for the Company, so much so that you are thinking of promoting him. However, you have been receiving information from many corners about his attitude towards female colleagues; particularly his habit of making loose comments on women. In addition, he regularly sends indecent SMSs to all the team members, including his female colleagues. One day, late in the evening, Mrs. X, who is one of Mr. A’s team members, comes to you visibly disturbed. She complains against the continued misconduct of Mr. A, who has been making undesirable advances towards her and has even tried to touch her inappropriately in his cabin. She tenders her resignation and leaves your office. 1) What are the options available to you? 2) Evaluate each of these options and choose the option you would adopt, giving reasons.

Growing feeling of regionalism is an important factor in the generation of demand for a separate state. Discuss.

Does tribal development in India centre around two axes, those of displacement and of rehabilitation? Give your opinion.

What are the environmental implications of the reclamation of water bodies into urban land use? Explain with examples.

The persisting drives of the government for development of large industries in backward areas have resulted in isolating the tribal population and the farmers who face multiple displacements with Malkangiri and Naxalbari foci. Discuss the corrective strategies needed to win the left wing extremism (LWE) affected citizens back into the mainstream of social and economic growth.

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?

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

What do you understand by ‘values’ and ‘ethics’? In what way is it important to be ethical along with being professionally competent?

It is often said that ‘politics’ and ‘ethics’ do not go together. What is your opinion in this regard? Justify your answer with illustrations. What factors affect the formation of a person’s attitude towards social problems?

A. What do you understand by the following terms in the context of public service?: a) Integrity b) Perseverance c) Spirit of service d) Commitment e) Courage of conviction. B. Indicate two more attributes which you consider important for public service. Justify your answer.

What is ‘emotional intelligence’ and how can it be developed in people? How does it help an individual in taking ethical decisions?