Question 8EthicsGS2
(Continue from Page 33) Discuss the possible courses of action available to Akshay. What would be the most ethical and appropriate course of action in this situation? Justify your response.
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3Institutional biased favour:
Connected individuals to politicians incentivized bold
Even if service quality is bad they will get contracts
4Office solidarity in decision-making:
Bidder is favoured by higher-ups for personal gain
Will hurt cause and take action against dissentersculture of silent agreement
5Lack of equality in opportunity:
Better bidders are overlooked despite good track record
Undermines constitutional mandate of equal opportunity (Art 15)
b) (1) Keep quiet and pick the connected bidder
Pros:
1Upholds job security
2Personal benefits like kickbacks
3Speak out against choice and file a report
Pros:
1Upholds public welfare
2Does give a light to underlying issues
3Engage in confidential debate and suggest better course of action
Pros:
1Upholds spirit of service
2Seniors give not directly antagonized
3Constructive solution may be found
Cons:
1Seniors may not like the idea
2Politician and bidder may try to exert pressure on other
Cons:
1Personal job security is harmed
2Officers may ignore recommendations on become hostile
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Topper
VARUN TOKAS
AIR 1172023
Subject & Paper
EthicsGS2
Topic
Governance, Transparency, Accountability and E-governance
Transparency and Accountability
Courses of Action in Corruption Cases
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