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Alase Hrishikesh RajendraAIR 61

Question 5(b)GS4GS2

Explaining the concept of political neutrality, discuss its significance in administration. Also, highlight how the Central Civil Services (Conduct) Rules seek to ensure political neutrality in the civil services.

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Introduction

Neutrality and non-partisanship are one of the fundamental values of civil services

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Main Body

Political neutrality -significance

Prevents discrimination based on political ideologies
Prevents policy paralysis
Promotes accountability and in work culture/environment
Prevents erosion of public trust when CS conforms

However, absolute neutrality is not beneficial as it promotes yeomanship Preserves status quo. No criticism & conforms leads to loophole & inefficient schemes.

Civil Service Rules

1Parents / Postulate complaint in public domain
2No favouritism to any one party eg: FCI is an autonomous body
3Provide for benefits while prevent policy paralysis

Civil Service Rules

1Parents / Postulate complaint in public domain
2No favouritism to any one party eg: FCI is an autonomous body
3Provide for benefits while prevent policy paralysis

Political neutrality and not absolute neutrality must be promoted. Internal complaint, Constructive criticism it must be allowed.

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Conclusion

Political neutrality and not absolute neutrality must be promoted. Internal complaint, Constructive criticism it must be allowed.

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Examiner score
0.9/10

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Topper

Alase Hrishikesh Rajendra

AIR 61

Subject & Paper

GS4GS2

Topic

Indian Constitution - Historical Underpinnings, Evolution, Features, Amendments, Significant Provisions and Basic Structure

Significant Provisions

Significant Provisions

Writing Stats

163

Total words

4

Paragraphs

4

Bullets

analytical

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