The updated 3rd Edition of the book Epitome of Ethics, Integrity & Aptitude with Case Study Approach for UPSC Civil Services General Studies Mains Paper IV has following Salient Features: # It covers the General Studies Paper IV - Ethics with a balanced approach of Conceptual Understanding and Situation-based Case Studies. # This new Edition is powered with a section called ‘Expert’s Advice’ where the author directly addresses, guides and instructs the student using his expert knowledge. This will help student understand which sections are most important, what can be asked in future, and what should not be skipped strictly from exam point-of-view. # The book has been written in a Reader-friendly language. The structure and content of the book have been carefully designed to serve the triple purposes of Self-study, Revision, and Expert Guidance to aspirants. # In this book Ethics is dealt with a 360 degree approach and all aspects in different subject areas like Polity, Economics, Environment, etc. are discussed at length along with Case Studies. # The learning is simplified with 120+ Case Studies which exemplifies the application of theoretical learning to the practical Case Studies. # The inclusion of Previous Year Mains Questions till 2022 with Answers and the expected questions ensure that the readers do not lose sight of their goal as it is easy to get deviated from the main focus while constantly reading pages and pages of printed words. # Right at the beginning in each of the 9 chapters, a note to readers has been presented to give a feel of the crux of each of the chapters, their relative importance from the perspective of exam and their rationale from the perspective of the syllabus setters.

Ethical discussions form the core of GSM IV- ETHICS, INTEGRITY AND APTITUDE. Current happenings around us— social, political, economic or other in nature— very often throw ethical questions for intellectual pondering. These are questions a right thinking Civil Services officer ought to understand well and look to answer suitably, using the powers vested in their position. This is precisely what the IAS Mains General Studies Paper IV tries to test in an aspirant. Hence it is essential for an aspirant to have a clear understanding and opinion on the latest Social, Political or Economic Issues of our Country. This ebook mainly focus on developing a similar approach among aspirants. The book is written by the author of bestseller The epitome of Ethics, Integrity and Aptitude, Ajit Kumar Jha. He has a degree in Philosophy from St Stephens College, Delhi University and years of experience as a scholar and writer of considerable renown.

The book covers G.S. Paper IV - Ethics for Civil Services exam with a focused approach, engaging and reader friendly language. The journey of ethics learning is simplified with frequent case studies and the application of theoretical learning to the practical case studies. The inclusion of previous years’ questions with answers and the expected questions ensure that the readers do not lose sight of their goal as it is easy to get deviated from the main focus while constantly reading pages and pages of printed words. Right at the beginning in each of the 9 chapters, a note to readers has been presented to give a feel of the crux of each of the chapters, their relative importance from the perspective of exam and their rationale from the perspective of the syllabus setters.

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, 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.

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.

UPSC is considered to be the most prestigious and toughest examination in the country. In order to crack these exams one need to do heavy preparations, thorough practice and clear concepts about each and every subject. “IAS Mains General Studies Paper – 4” the most updated study material incorporated with detailed information and supported by up-to-date facts and figures. The complete coverage on each topic of the syllabus have been divided into 7 Important Units in this book. It gives the complete depiction of Ethics and Human Interface, Aptitude and Foundational Values for Civil Services, Emotional Intelligence, with special emphasis on role of civil servants in democracy and advanced case studies. This book facilitates by giving the deep coverage on all topics of the syllabus at one place with the conceptual clarity to fulfil the need and demands of the aspirants, special exam oriented structure has been given according to the UPSC syllabus, discussion of the theoretical concepts with the contemporary examples are given, Solved Papers from Solved Papers 2019-17 and 16, 3 Practice Sets, Glossary and Advanced Contemporary Case Studies that helps in raising up level of preparation. This book acts as a great help in achieving the success for the upcoming exam. TABLE OF CONTENTS Solved Papers 2019-17, Unit -1: Ethics and Human Interface, Unit -2: Attitude, Unit -3: Aptitude and Foundational Values for Civil Services, Unit -4: Emotional Intelligence, Unit -5: Moral Thinkers Philosophers from India and World, Unit -6: Public/Civil Service Values and Ethics in Public Administration, Unit -7: Probity in Governance, Glossary, Solved Papers 2016, Practice Papers (1-3), Advanced Contemporary Case Studies.

This book contains model answers to the questions and case studies asked in General Studies-IV (GS-4) Civil Services Mains Paper from 2013 to 2019 with detailed information on the background/framework of the question/likely answer. It is important to note that as a subject in Civil Services Examination, GS-4 is the only subject where we have comparatively well defined syllabus and paper pattern. Because of this, each individual can score good marks in the paper with lesser efforts as compared to other General Studies Papers, i.e. if you dedicate 15-20 days to this subject, you will not just learn about the complete subject but you can score much more as compared to other General Studies paper, as they require much more time because of their dynamic nature. If we consider the previous year question Papers of General Studies-IV, the questions were divided into two parts as: 1. Theory-based Questions (based on the theoretical aspects of the ethics), and 2. Case Studies (based on the actual or probable life situations). The answers are divided into two portions with first one detailing about the framework of the answer or background of the question, giving details about the basic idea of the question or the form of case study. The second part is the model answer giving wider inputs on the question. We hope that wider considerations will help the reader in understanding the question and how to structure the answer, based on the question.