Accountability pertains to the duty and responsibility of individuals, entities, or institutions to be answerable for their actions, choices, and end results. It entails displaying transparency and being willing to explain one’s behavior and the ramifications of their decisions, particularly when they bear a substantial influence on others or the broader public interest. Examples of… Read More »
Transparency encompasses a person’s authentic introspection about their actions, promoting sincerity within oneself. Moreover, transparency also applies to institutions, requiring them to exhibit open and observable behavior that aligns with their fundamental values and beliefs. Johnson & Johnson’s handling of the 1982 Tylenol crisis In the midst of the 1982 Tylenol crisis, Johnson & Johnson… Read More »
Personal Interest Many individuals, including eminent psychologists, assert that even in our best moments, we are primarily motivated by self-interest. From acts of kindness to heroic deeds, our actions ultimately revolve around personal gain. While some instances of personal gain are obvious, like seeking public admiration, others are more subtle. In the discussion of human… Read More »
Public Interest Civil servants operate under a core principle: to give paramount importance to decisions, regulations, and actions that benefit the public’s well-being. This means prioritizing the interests of society above personal ones, acknowledging both widespread common interests and the specific needs of various communities. However, at times, distinguishing between these interests can be challenging,… Read More »
Politics and Ethics Politics and ethics or political ethics refers to making moral judgments to guide action and methods of decision-making for the public good. As rightly said by Mahatma Gandhi, politics without principles and ethics would be disastrous. Ethical values exert a significant influence on public discourse in the realm of politics. While expecting perfection in politics,… Read More »
Morality, Ethics & Law Different individuals may refer to their personal ethics or a specific set of morals when discussing their values and principles, while at the same time, all members of a society are subject to the same set of laws. It is common for these concepts to be mistakenly interchanged or confused with… Read More »
Human Values Human values are the moral principles that guide us to consider the human aspect when interacting with others. These values encompass a wide array of qualities, including respect, acceptance, consideration, appreciation, active listening, openness, affection, empathy, and love for fellow human beings. Embracing these human values allows individuals to demonstrate their ethical principles,… Read More »