Manoj sir’s guidance helped me where I was lacking - Mallika Sudhir AIR 26, CSE-2016
Manoj sir’s class was the only source for Ethics paper that I followed. I scored 125 in GS paper 4. It was my first attempt
I took essay test series and ethics tests from Manoj Sir. The real difference was the focused checking of my answer copies which helped me to really understand my areas of improvement. Thank you Sir. - Manuj Jindal AIR 53, CSE-2016
PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTS
45 hrs comprehensive classes to cover GS Mains Paper 4
Separate Case Study sessions covering 50 Case studies
Total 4 Test including 3 Sectional and 1 Mock Test
Keeping in mind the last four years marks arithmetic in Mains, it is evident that Paper - 4 has distinct place in the whole scheme of marks. The variations in range of marks are very high. Hence, this is a comprehensive programme that covers GS Mains Paper 4, a complete solution to 250 marks in just 45 hrs.
DURATION
Classes will be of 45 hrs. Duration will be from 10th Aug to 6th Sept
STUDY MATERIAL
Every class will be supplemented with comprehensive study material based on prescribed syllabus for Ethics, Integrity and Aptitude.
TEST
The programme will include 3 Sectional tests along with detailed discussion & 1 Mock Test to help aspirants in grasping the ethics syllabus in wider manner.
SYLLABUS COVERED
Question of Ethics paper is often open ended. To address it properly you need to design an extended topic list too to address the need of the hidden sub-topics within the Main syllabus provided by the UPSC. In this programme we have tried to do so. It will not only cover the syllabus but other related topics too.
Unit 1
Ethics & Human Interface
Basic concept of ethics morality and value
Determinants and consequences of Ethics in human actions
Dimensions of ethics
Ethics in public life
Ethics in Economic Life
Nature of morality
Individual Personality and Value
Values and Skill
Freedom and Discipline
Duties and Rights
Holistic view of excellence
Affluence and Poverty
Egoism
Utilitarianism
Deontological Ethics
Virtue Ethics
Unit 2
Human Value & Thinkers
Human value & Socialization
Democratic values
Professional values
Role of ethical value in governance and society
Significance of value in civil services
Lessons from the lives and teachings of great leaders, reformers and administrators
Role of family, Society and educational institutions in inculcating values
Value crisis in contemporary Indian society
Aesthetic values
Values in work life and professional ethics
Enlightened citizenship and democracy
Contributions of moral thinkers and philosophers from India and the world
Unit 3
Attitude & Emotional Intelligence
Attitude: content, structure, function
Understanding self and personality
Self-esteem
Personal goals
Eternal happiness
Self regulation and self control
Positive traits
Leadership and professionalism
Virtue and strength of character
Altruism and pro-social behavior
Moral and political attitudes
Social influence
Persuasion
Emotional intelligence - concepts, and utilities
Emotional skills
Consequences of high and low EQ
EQ and managing human resources
EQ and leadership behavior
Emotional intelligence in administration
Unit 4
Administrative Ethics + Foundational Values for Civil Service
Principle of public life and public standard
Ethics in administration
Foundational values for Civil Service
People first concept
Public Interest and Citizen Centric administration
Integrity, Impartiality and Non-partisanship
Dedication to public service
Empathy, tolerance and compassion towards the weaker-sections
Ethical concerns and dilemmas in government and private institutions
Laws, rules, regulations and conscience as sources of ethical guidance
Unit 5
Ethical Governance
Probity in Governance
Philosophical basis of governance and probity
State of public service delivery in India
Information sharing and transparency in government
Right to Information
Citizen's Charters
Work culture
Corruption
Corruption in India: extent, dimension, and response
Corruption as a social evil
Probity in public life
Corrupt practice among civil servants and official misconduct
Exposing corruption: Civil Society initiatives and role of Whistleblower Act
Tackling corruption: Role of government and institutions of governance
Controlling corruption: Various approaches and efficacy
