Explain the difference between codes of ethics, codes of conduct and codes of rules and regulations. Is an increase in the number of codes and regulations an efficient response to the decline of public trust and integrity issues? Why/why not? (Answer in 150 words) 10 Marks
Introduction
Code of ethics - refer to basic principle to value that help civil servant in maintaining ethical behaviour
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Main Body
(ex) Nolan Committee on Public service values
Code of conduct - refer to guiding in form of day & detail that advise some purpose within an organisation.
(ex) Civil service code of conduct rules
Code of Rules & Regulation - refer to standard adopted by administrative or regulatory agencies that govern how law can be enforced
(ex) Telehom IT rule, 2021
Increase in number of codes & regulation not an efficient report
(ex) H.o.c age under Juvenile Justice Act
(ex) Moral degenerating of capital punishment
(ex) Individual refuse to obey legal domain but violate the loophole
Moreover, ensure objectivity rules & regulation can be codes & regulation can be effective means of ethical guidance
Its better if both codes & regulation alongside ethical training can at together as efficient response
- Clearly distinguishes three types of codes
- Provides examples for each (Nolan Committee, Civil Service Code, Telehom IT rule)
- Critically evaluates effectiveness of codes and regulations
- Identifies multiple weaknesses of relying only on codes
Sachin
Ethics and Governance
Codes of Ethics vs Codes of Conduct vs Rules and Regulations
Effectiveness of Codes and Regulations
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Total words
16
Paragraphs
analytical and critical
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