Question Q.4(a)GS2GS2

What do you understand by the term 'probity' in governance? Explain how probity acts as the foundation of ethical public administration.

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Probity refers to showing impeachably high standards of procedural integrity by public servants while discharging duty. Ways probity acts as a foundation of ethical public administration: (1) Helps to go beyond call of duty (Deontological ethic of Kant) Ex Simantran Jame built 100km road without govt support (2) Handle public pressure Ex Vikram Misri's expertise in handling disinformation post DP, Sindsar (3) Deal with political nexus Ex Ashok Khemta's integrity of dealing over 50 scuffles

4Overcome knows - does split (Daya-Karamvati) Ex Durgashakti Nagpal against sand mining mafia (5) Maintain neutrality Ex Prateek Hajela during NRC exercise

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Conclusion

Thus, probity helps in transforming civil servants to a Ramakrishna driven by high standards of conduct and gain public trust.

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LIZA GARGA

AIR 3032025

Subject & Paper

GS2GS2

Topic

Governance, Transparency, Accountability and E-governance

Transparency and Accountability

Probity and Ethical Administration

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