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Ankur Tripathi· 2024

GS4GS2

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Criminalisation of politics and distortion of level playing field due to use of money, muscle and media has emerged as one of serious issues in Election management. This case is pertinent in this regard.

Issues involved in the case:

1Violation of model code of conduct.
2Violation of free and fair conduct of elections
3Criminal misconduct on part of Candidates as they resorted to violence.
4Safety of my staff who are doing their duty.
5Use of undue means in election.
6Larger public interest as democracy itself is at stake,
2Devotion to duty at cost of safety of staff?

Is duty for the sake of duty is the cardinal principle in ethical administration. But since here not only mine, but safety of others under my command is also at stake. So, my response should be measured.

Is Ultimately one should uphold duty but with pragmatism and considering safety of staff.

Is Deontological approach say that duty is supreme but Right approach says that rights of all is essential.

Is So, Although upholding duty is essential I am in care of Satyendra Dubey, Ashok Khemka, Sashar Latal, and other) but ensuring safety of staff is equally important.

3My Approach to fulfill my election duty at the same time ensuring safety of staff would follow following approach—in sequence—
1Ask for the police safety for my staff.
2Communicate the flagrant violation of model code of conduct to higher authority.
3Take all the legal actions available under my disposal to ensure the sanctity of electoral process. [RPA & other laws].
4Since warning has already been given to candidates, any further violations must be dealt with the full force of law.
5I will also try to apprise my staff about the impending threats and make sure that they also remain vigilant.

threats and make sure that they also remain vigilant.

⇒ It should be kept in mind that electoral process is heart of democratic government and any violation of it leads to compromise of public welfare and trust.

Any violation of legal provisions must be dealt severely [as shown by former Chief Election Commissioner T.N. Sheshan]

⇒ I should be guided by the sense of duty and sense of responsibility (towards staff) to arrive at best solution. India being the.

Paradox of democracy should never allow vitiation of most sacred of its powers - Elections.

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Conclusion

Paradox of democracy should never allow vitiation of most sacred of its powers - Elections.

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This is a continuation from previous page
  • Comprehensive identification of issues
  • Recognition of systemic problems in elections
  • Connection to larger democratic concerns
  • Use of ethical frameworks (Deontological vs Rights)
  • Reference to real-world whistleblowers and integrity officers
  • Balanced analysis of competing values
  • Sequential and practical approach
  • Reference to legal framework (RPA)
  • Balanced between enforcement and safety
  • Strong commitment to democratic principles
  • Reference to exemplary public official (T.N. Sheshan)
  • Clear conclusion tying duty to democratic values

Topper

Ankur Tripathi

2024

Subject & Paper

GS4GS2

Topic

Election Management

Ethical Issues in Election Process

Criminalisation of Politics

Writing Stats

416

Total words

9

Paragraphs

procedural and action-oriented

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