Emotional Intelligence in Administration and Governance Abraham Maslow A prominent figure in mid-20th-century psychology, introduced the “Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs.” This psychological theory is often depicted as a pyramid, visually representing a structured hierarchy of human needs. At the pyramid’s base lie the most fundamental needs, while higher-level needs ascend to the pinnacle. According to… Read More »
The Union Jal Shakti Ministry stated that the Cauvery Water Management Authority has requested Karnataka to release water to Tamil Nadu July 31 2023 In response to MP C.Ve. Shanmugam’s question (AIADMK), Union Minister of State, Bishweswar Tudu, informed the Rajya Sabha on Monday that the Cauvery Water Management Authority (CWMA) sent a letter on… Read More »
What are Negative Emotions It is crucial to differentiate between emotions and feelings as they are not exactly the same. Although they are related, there is a more significant distinction than one might initially think. During my research, I was surprised to discover this difference. Emotions – Emotions are considered as more primal responses. They… Read More »
Emotional intelligence, often referred to as emotional quotient or EQ, encompasses the capacity to comprehend, apply, and regulate one’s own emotions in constructive manners, leading to stress reduction, effective communication, empathetic connections with others, adeptly navigating obstacles, and resolving conflicts with ease. Wayne Payne’s doctoral thesis, titled “A Study of Emotion: Developing Emotional Intelligence,” is… Read More »
Attitudes are inherent psychological tendencies that involve the evaluation of entities with different degrees of favor or disfavor. These evaluations can span from extremely negative to highly positive or be more moderate in nature. Attitudes are not fixed and can be mixed, leading to variations over time towards the same object or situation. They play… Read More »
Social Influence and Persuasion Persuasion is a symbolic process wherein communicators aim to influence others by transmitting messages to alter their attitudes or behaviors. It represents a form of social influence, blending social thinking and everyday life. The behind closed door / ‘Darwaza Band’ Campaign to prevent open defecation is a good example of using… Read More »
Probity in Governance Probity in governance is the embodiment of strong ethical and moral values throughout the decision-making and implementation processes. The term “probity” is derived from Latin, meaning “good,” signifying the importance of virtuous values in governance, such as honesty, accountability, integrity, and compassion. It represents the adherence to moral principles and integrity in… Read More »
Grote provided an early definition of constitutional morality, referring to it as an unwavering adherence to all aspects of the country’s Constitution. This concept entailed specific obligations for both citizens and authorities, which are outlined below: Grote emphasized that ‘self-restraint’ and ‘plurality’ were the core principles of constitutional morality. ‘Self-restraint’ encompassed the responsibilities of all… Read More »
Public life and Public Servant Public life Engagement in public life plays a pivotal role in creating a flourishing and united society, fostering a sense of togetherness, common values, and a commitment to the collective well-being. When individuals actively participate in public life, they wield the power to shape their community and drive positive transformations… Read More »
Ethical dilemmas in public administration I slept and dreamt that LIFE WAS JOY,I woke up and saw LIFE WAS SERVICE,I acted and behold, SERVICE WAS JOY. ”Rabinder Nath Tagore The fundamental starting premise is that Public Service constitutes a PUBLIC TRUST. The citizens’ expectations from Public Servants are to serve the ‘Public Interest’ with fairness,… Read More »