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Ethics are more important than laws.Elucidate
Ethics: It is a type of moral philosophy that comes from within and provides us an ideal direction on what is the right thing to do in all matters of life. It can be compared with the characteristics that seek ..
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Is there any relationship between morality and national interest? Discuss critically.
Morality is related to principles concerning the distinction between right and wrong or good and bad behaviour. The national interest refers to country’s goals and ambitions, whether economic, military, or cultural for upholding the interests of the country. Morality driving national interest: Upholding the ..
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How the system treats the whistleblowers is an indication of how ethical the system is. Critically evaluate.
Whistleblower is a person who informs on a person or organization regarded as engaging in an unlawful or immoral activity. Whistleblowers often ignite a spark which will accumulate and bring out the various nuances and deficiencies in the working of ..
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Discuss the importance of confidentiality in professional life. What are the reasons that confidentiality is violated too often?
Confidentiality in professional life is not only a good and necessary practice, it is also mandatory in some cases. Some professionals like lawyers, psychologists, therapist etc have a privileged relationship with their clients. Their clients trust them with sensitive information, ..
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To what extent consistency between one's emotions, values and behavior is important in personal and professional life? Discuss.
Values from the bedrock of an individual that determines their behavior, outlook towards life and other attitudes. Since emotion is an instinctive or intuitive feeling rather than a well-reasoned response, the underlying values of an individual are also manifested in ..
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Explain the meaning and importance of the following in public services: (1) Fortitude (2) Humility (3) Altruism (4) Rectitude
Fortitude Fortitude refers to the strength of mind that gives one the capacity to endure adversity with courage. Any individual engaged in public service will face multiple challenges in the fulfillment of their goals. A person with fortitude will not ..