Ethics: Integrity & Aptitude in Governance will serve as a worthy companion, challenging the readers to push the envelope of intellectual understanding and translate the catholic understanding into pragmatic and holistic public/Corporate interest(s). The concepts presented in the book will continue to help aspirants for General Studies papers of the main examinations. The theoretical depth and expanse of topics in the book will help aspirants to hone their skills to adeptly tackle philosophical essays in the essay paper apart from being helpful in the Personality Test. The text is supported by illustrations, highlights of recent research and studies, and examples created out of the participant-observant experiences of the authors as public servants. In order to supplement the explanations and discussions, the book closely follows a Consilience approach to topics, wherein facts are intricately linked to the theories across relevant disciplines. The METRICES framework as a heuristic tool to unravel the apparent and subtle moral elements in the case studies will help readers to set about objective, rational, and non-maleficence moral reasoning. Questions from the 2018-2022 Main examination at the end of the chapters will give a competitive edge to the aspirant's preparation. This book will prove to be an indispensable companion for students and practitioners of public administration in developing a holistic understanding of the challenges of public service in democratic nations like India.

Ethics, Integrity and Aptitude, fourth edition, is conceived for the aspirants of the Civil Services Mains Examination – General Studies Paper IV (GS – IV). it comprehensively covers the syllabus and helps aspirants in in-depth preparation for this paper.

Ethics, Integrity and Aptitude: for Civil Services Examination is a hugely popular, authoritative and comprehensive text on the subject. With regular revision and updates over the past years, the book has become indispensable for Civil Service aspirants both at the UPSC and State level exams. It involves all the solved question papers from year 2013 to 2019. This fifth, revised edition comes with exciting and unmatched features that would reinforce students? preparation strategy and their level

General Studies Paper-4 Syllabus for UPSC Civil Services Mains Exam consists of the below major areas: Ethics, Integrity, and Aptitude. Details of the syllabus as provided by UPSC is as below: This paper will include questions to test the candidates’ attitude and approach to issues relating to integrity, probity in public life and his problem-solving approach to various issues and conflicts faced by him in dealing with society. Questions may utilize the case study approach to determine these aspects. The following broad areas will be covered: GENERAL STUDIES PAPER-4 SYLLABUS FOR UPSC CIVIL SERVICES MAINS Ethics and Human Interface: Essence, determinants and consequences of Ethics in human actions; dimensions of ethics; ethics in private and public relationships. Human Values – lessons from the lives and teachings of great leaders, reformers and administrators; role of family, society and educational institutions in inculcating values. Attitude: content, structure, function; its influence and relation with thought and behaviour; moral and political attitudes; social influence and persuasion. Aptitude and foundational values for Civil Service, integrity, impartiality and non-partisanship, objectivity, dedication to public service, empathy, tolerance and compassion towards the weaker sections. Emotional intelligence-concepts, and their utilities and application in administration and governance. Contributions of moral thinkers and philosophers from India and the world. Public/Civil service values and Ethics in Public administration: Status and problems; ethical concerns and dilemmas in government and private institutions; laws, rules, regulations and conscience as sources of ethical guidance; accountability and ethical governance; strengthening of ethical and moral values in governance; ethical issues in international relations and funding; corporate governance. Probity in Governance: Concept of public service; Philosophical basis of governance and probity; Information sharing and transparency in government, Right to Information, Codes of Ethics, Codes of Conduct, Citizen’s Charters, Work culture, Quality of service delivery, Utilization of public funds, challenges of corruption. Case Studies on the above issues. Ethics, Integrity and Aptitude Emotional intelligence-concepts, and their utilities and application in administration and governance Probity in Governance Probity in Governance: Right to Information Probity in Governance: Philosophical Basis of Governance and Probity Information sharing and transparency in government Concept of public service Codes of Conduct Challenges of corruption Citizen’s Charters Utilization of public funds Ethics and Human Interface: Essence, determinants and consequences of Ethics in human actions Ethics in private and public relationships Attitude: content, structure, function; its influence and relation with thought and behaviour Contributions of moral thinkers and philosophers from India and world Accountability and ethical governance Aptitude and foundational values for Civil Service , integrity, impartiality and non-partisanship, objectivity, dedication to public service, empathy, tolerance and compassion towards the weaker sections. Strengthening of ethical and moral values in governance Ethical concerns and dilemmas in government and private institutions Corporate governance Dimensions of ethics Public/Civil service values and Ethics in Public administration: Status and problems Laws, rules, regulations and conscience as sources of ethical guidance Moral and political attitudes Human Values: role of family, society and educational institutions in inculcating values Social influence and persuasion Codes of Ethics Ethical Issues in International Relations and Funding

Ethics, Integrity and Aptitude book for Civil Services Examination (GS Paper-IV) to develop readers attitude & approach to issues relating to integrity, probity in public life and problem solving approach to various issues & conflicts faced by him in dealing with society. Topics covered include- Ethics & Human Interface: Essence, determinants & consequences of Ethics in-human actions; its dimensions; ethics in private & public relationships. Human Values- lessons from the lives & teachings of great leaders, reformers & administrators; role of family, society & educational institutions in inculcating values Attitude: content, structure, function; influence & relation with thought & behaviour; moral & political attitudes; social influence & persuasion Aptitude & foundational values for Civil Service, integrity, impartiality &non-partisanship, objectivity, dedication to public service, empathy, tolerance & compassion Emotional intelligence-concepts, & their utilities and application in administration & governance Contributions of moral thinkers and philosophers from India & the world Public/Civil service values & Ethics in Public administration: Status and problems; ethical concerns & dilemmas in government & private institutions; laws, rules, regulations & conscience as sources of ethical guidance; accountability & ethical governance; strengthening of ethical & moral values in governance; ethical issues in international relations & funding; corporate governance etc.

Ethics book designed for Civil Services Examination conducted by UPSC with syllabus divided into three parts, i.e. 1) Part 1: Ethics and Integrity in Civil Services covering topics on: a) Overview of Ethics and its interface with Civil Services (Introduction - Essence of Ethics - Determinants of Ethics - consequences of Ethics in Human Actions - Dimensions of Ethics - Ethics in Private and Public Relationship) b) Foundations of Ethical Concepts and Theories (Contributions of Moral Thinkers and Philosophers from India and World - Lessons from the lives and teachings of great leaders, reformers and administrators - Role of Family, Society and Educational Institutions in inculcating Values) c) Ethical Dilemmas and Resolution (Status and problems - Ethical concerns and dilemmas in Government and Private Institutions - Laws, Rules, Regulations and Conscience as sources of Ethical guidance - Aptitude and Foundational Values for Civil Servants (Integrity, Impartiality and non-partisanship, objectivity, dedication to public service, empathy, tolerance and compassion towards the weaker sections) - Accountability and Ethical Governance - Strengthening of Ethical and Moral values in Governance) d) Vital Decision Making (Concept of Public Service - Philosophical basis of Governance and Probity - Components of Decision Making) e) Creation of an Ethical Workplace (Information Sharing and Transparency in Government - Right to Information - Code of Ethics - Code of Conduct - Citizen's Charter - Work Culture - Quality of Service Delivery - Utilization of Public Funds) f) Interpersonal Skills of Civil Servant (Attitude: Content, structure, function, its influence and relation with thought and behaviour, moral and political attitudes, social influence and persuasion - Emotional Intelligence- Concepts and their utilities, Application of administration and governance) 2) Part 2: Upcoming trends on Ethics a) Challenges of Corruption in India (Defining Corruption and its scale of presence in India - Corruption in administration - Harmful impacts of Bureaucratic Corruption - Solutions - Whistle-blowing - Reasons of it - Risks involved - Best practices from other nations and its future in India) b) Ethics beyond Public Services (Ethical issues in International Relations - Ethical issues in Funding (International Funding) - Ethical issues in Corporate Governance) 3) Part 3: Questions and Answers to Previous Year Solved Papers from 2013 to 2019

The civil services examination (CSE) is considered to be the mother of all written examination and before starting the preparation for the paper; the aspirants are required to know the insights of it which will fast track their preparation level. The written exam (main) consists of nine papers, but only 7 papers are counted for final merit ranking. For the remaining two papers, candidates should secure minimum marks prescribed by the commission each year. The series of IAS Mains General Studies of Paper – 4 deals with Ethics, Integrity and Aptitude, this book has been designed to give an in-depth coverage of all the topics as prescribed in the syllabus. You get the detailed explanations for the issues related to ethics & integrity, complete coverage of moral philosophy through various philosophers of India & the world. This book provides: 1. New case studies along with the solutions as asked in the GS Paper – 4 2. Complete restructuring of Unit – 5, 6 & 7 3. Solved Papers of 2020 & 2021 with detailed solutions 4. Detailed explanations for issues related to ethics & integrity 5. Complete coverage of Moral philosophy through various philosophers of India and the world 6. Discussion of the theoretical concepts with contemporary examples 7. unit wise exam pattern Question based on UPSC exam TOC Solved Papers 2020 & 2021, Unit 1: Ethics and Human Interface, Unit 2: Attitude, Unit 3: Aptitude & Foundational Values for Civil Services, Unit 4: Emotion Intelligence, Unit 5: Moral Thinkers and Philosophers from India and World, Unit 6: Public/Civil Service Values and Ethics in Public Administration, Unit 7: Probity in Governance, Case Studies, Glossary, Advanced Contemporary Case Studies.

This textbook methodically helps students to assimilate, articulate, and expand their knowledge and understanding of ethics, accountability, and integrity in public governance and service. The text is supported by illustrations, highlights of recent research and studies, and examples created out of the participant–observant experiences of the author as a public servant. In order to supplement the explanations and discussions, Ethics, Integrity and Aptitude in Governance closely follows a ‘consilience’ approach to topics wherein facts are intricately linked to the theories across relevant disciplines. This approach will help students to trace the evolution of concepts such as ethics, good governance and others, and assess their application in the real world. The book will prove to be an indispensable companion for students and practitioners of public administration in developing a holistic understanding of the challenges of public service in democratic nations like India. It is supported by illustrations, highlights of recent research and studies, and examples created out of the participant–observant experiences of the author as a public servant. Key Features: Integrated with a comprehensive coverage of both theoretical aspects and real-world applications of ethical practices in governance Logically sequenced into seven sections that discuss ethics and human values, ethics and public service, probity in governance, challenges of effective governance, corporate governance, ethical issues in international relations and public funding, and emotional intelligence and aptitude. Includes Chapter-end review exercise for practice and book-end case studies with answer cues to demonstrate how case studies should be studied and interpreted

This book boasts of presenting IAS aspirants with maximum number of case studies presented at one place in this Paper till date. The right way to answer case-study questions are also given so as to facilitate the UPSC candidates to the maximum for scoring best possible marks in this rather difficult paper. Various appendices are given to acquaint UPSC candidates with primary sources of information on this theme; such as; Right to Public Services Legislation in India; The Right of Citizens for Time Bound Delivery of Goods and Services and Redressal of Their Grievances Bill; 2011; India's Citizen's Charter and Grievance Redressal Bill; 2011; Official Secrets Act of India; 1923; and the International NGO Accountability Charter. Previous years' questions of IAS GS Mains Paper IV on "Ethics; Integrity & Aptitude" are given with focus on model questions of IAS GS Mains Paper IV: Ethics; Integrity & Aptitude for 2018. ETHICS, INTEGRITY AND APTITUDE by DR. B. RAMASWAMY AND DR. SASIKALA PUSHPA: "ETHICS, INTEGRITY AND APTITUDE" is a book authored by Dr. B. Ramaswamy and Dr. Sasikala Pushpa that focuses on the principles of ethics, integrity, and aptitude in various aspects of life. It provides valuable insights into ethical decision-making and the development of personal integrity. Key Aspects of the Book "ETHICS, INTEGRITY AND APTITUDE": Ethical Framework: The book offers a framework for understanding and applying ethical principles in both personal and professional contexts. Integrity Building: Readers gain guidance on fostering and maintaining personal integrity, which is essential for ethical behavior. Aptitude Enhancement: The book also addresses the development of aptitude, which plays a crucial role in making sound decisions and achieving success in various fields. Dr. B. Ramaswamy and Dr. Sasikala Pushpa are authors and experts in ethics and human values. "ETHICS, INTEGRITY AND APTITUDE" is a resource for individuals seeking to understand and practice ethical behavior.