Ethics, Integrity & Aptitude for UPSC & State PSC Civil Services Examinations | UPSC Prelims & Mains Exam | IAS Sathi S Chand

This comprehensive book on ethics and human values delves into essential concepts and their practical applications across various aspects of life. It begins with an introduction to ethics, exploring its role in daily life, determinants, and consequences of ethical behavior. The book examines diverse sources of ethics, the influence of family, society, and education, and lessons from administrators lives. It also covers attitude formation, change, and the relationship with behavior, as well as moral and political attitudes, prejudice, and social influence. Further chapters discuss foundational values for civil servants, emotional intelligence in public administration, good governance, ethical dilemmas, and key legislation like the Right to Information Act, with insights from Western and Indian philosophers. Enriched with case studies and previous exam questions, it is an indispensable resource for understanding and applying ethical principles.Key Features: Comprehensive Ethics Coverage: Explores essential concepts and practical applications of ethics in various life aspects. Influence of Family and Society: Examines how family, society, and educational institutions shape values. Emotional Intelligence: Highlights its importance in public administration. Governance and Ethical Legislation: Addresses good governance, ethical dilemmas, and laws like the Right to Information Act and Whistle Blower Protection Act. Philosophical Insights: Includes perspectives from Western and Indian philosophers, with case studies and previous year questions.