Q1) In this hyperconnected and morally interdependent world, the most important thing we can share is trustworthiness.” Why is trustworthiness important? In what ways can it be imbibed in an individual? (150 Words/10 Marks) ANS Trustworthiness is a moral value which is considered to be a virtue of the highest order in an individual. A…
Q1) How does the study of numismatics contribute to the unraveling of India’s history? Explain with suitable examples. (250 Words/15 Marks)
Q1) What do you understand by environmental ethics? Examine the ethical concerns in ‘phasedown versus phase out debate’ in the use of coal by developing countries. (250 Words/15 Marks) ANS Environmental ethics is a branch of ethics that studies the relation between human beings and ecology. The range of activities under environmental ethics are as…
Q1) In light of incidents of serving civil servants openly criticising the government and some also resigning in protest, discuss whether civil servants should get entangled in the political discussions/opinions? (150 Words/10 Marks) ANS Civil servants are the agents of the government who are responsible for execution of the policies of the government efficiently. Impartiality,…
Q1) “Those who don’t know history are destined to repeat it.” Do you agree? Illustrate with the help of examples. (150 Words/10 Marks) ANS The adage “those who don’t study history are doomed to repeat it” signifies the importance of learning from history. History provides a key to manage the present problems by understanding similar…
Q1) “Knowing yourself is the beginning of all wisdom.” Discuss the importance of emotional intelligence in self-realisation. Do you think emotional intelligence can be learned? (150 Words/10 Marks) ANS Self-realization is a state of fulfillment of personal potential and it begins from a better perception of the self. As per Aristotle, knowing yourself is the…
Q1) “Those who would give up essential liberty to purchase a little temporary safety, deserve neither liberty nor safety.” In the context of this statement, bring out the ethical issues involved with creating a surveillance state for the sake of national security. (150 Words/10 Marks) ANS Surveillance state refers to a country whose government…
Q1) It is often said that politics and ethics belong to different worlds. What is your opinion in this regard? Justify your answer with illustration. Also, highlight the consequences of divergence between politics and ethics. (150 Words/10 Marks) ANS Ethics are a set of principles that help one decide between the right and wrong. Politics…
Q1) What do you understand by theaterisation of commands? Enumerating the impediments in theaterisation for India’s armed forces, discuss the role of Chief of Defence Staff in enhancing the effectiveness of India’s external security response. (250 Words/15 Marks) ANS The aterisation is a concept that seeks to integrate the capabilities of the three services- army,…
Q1) With the help of the map given below, describe the major internal security threats faced by the country. Suggest a comprehensive security framework to minimize these threats. (250 Words/15 Marks) ANS Internal security implies maintaining peace, law and order, and protecting the sovereignty, integrity and unity of the country from various internal threats….