Moral perspectives regarding what constitutes “right” and “wrong” actions lay the groundwork for moral stances. Moral attitudes, surpassing mere moral concepts, hold greater influence. It’s widely recognized that among various categories of intrinsic values, ethical values hold the highest status. Moral tenets such as goodness, purity, truthfulness, and human humility are esteemed more profoundly than… Read More »
Political Conservatism Defining conservatism as a political philosophy proves challenging, given its diverse manifestations across different countries and eras. Contradictions might arise between varying interpretations of conservatism, ranging from its role as an ideology focused on upholding tradition to the modern global understanding of conservatism as a right-wing political position. Certain conservatives aim to uphold… Read More »
Nationalism exhibits a dual nature, encompassing both universalism and particularism. It makes universal assertions about how the world should be structured, while also being specific to individual nations. This combination is evident in statements like: Challenges in the theory of Nationalism Early examinations of nationalism primarily consisted of historical narratives focusing on nationalist movements. Towards… Read More »
Empathy Empathy is the profound capacity to emotionally comprehend and relate to what others are experiencing, perceiving the world through their eyes, and envisioning oneself in their circumstances. It essentially involves immersing oneself in someone else’s perspective and genuinely understanding what they might be going through. Empathy enables an instantaneous connection to the emotions of… Read More »
Conscience The notion of conscience is diverse and subjective, not linked to any particular moral standpoint. Utilizing conscience to justify actions or principles does not inherently provide moral validation, as it remains morally impartial. The term “conscience” has its roots in the Latin word “conscientia,” which translates to “privilege of knowledge” or “knowledge with.” In… Read More »
Social Justice in the Indian Context Social Justice Social justice is a comprehensive concept encompassing the fair distribution of both material and moral advantages within a society. It represents a progressive ideology and a model for development. The Indian Constitution, particularly in its Preamble and the section on Directive Principles of State Policy, promises to… Read More »
Working in the public sector has become more demanding due to limited resources and evolving regulations. Modern public servants must possess qualities like adaptability, a willingness to assist others, strong interpersonal skills, and an awareness of the intersection between public service and commercial aspects. To make a meaningful difference in public services, these attributes are… Read More »
Accountability in public service in glance The prevailing situation in India highlights a profound accountability crisis in governance. Despite considerable economic growth and increased investments in social sectors, India’s development performance lags behind even much poorer nations, indicating the severity of the accountability problem. Absenteeism, incompetence, inefficiency, and corruption have become pervasive in essential services… Read More »
Ethics in Public Life Ethics in governance is rooted in the concepts of responsibility and accountability. In a democracy, all public office holders are ultimately accountable to the people, which is enforced through laws and rules enacted by elected representatives. The foundation of these laws and rules is shaped by the moral ideas and values… Read More »
Impartiality and Non Partisanship Impartiality Impartiality, a key principle of justice, dictates that decisions must be grounded in objective criteria rather than influenced by bias, prejudice, or favoritism towards any individual, entity, or organization. It is synonymous with even-handedness and fairness, ensuring that judgments are made without partiality or discrimination. Relevance of Impartiality in Public… Read More »