‘International aid’ is an accepted form of helping ‘resource-challenged’ nations. Comment on ‘ethics in contemporary international aid’. Support your answer with suitable examples.
Ethics in Contemporary International Aid: International aid, while crucial for many ‘resource-challenged’ nations, has also raised ethical questions regarding its delivery, intent, and impact. In conclusion, while international aid is a powerful tool for positive change, it’s imperative to approach it with ethical rigor, ensuring it’s transparent, accountable, and respectful of the local contexts and […]
What do you understand by ‘moral integrity’ and ‘professional efficiency in the context of corporate governance in India ? Illustrate with suitable examples.
Moral Integrity and Professional Efficiency in Corporate Governance in India: 1. Moral Integrity: Moral integrity refers to the adherence to ethical principles and values, and making decisions based on what’s right and just rather than personal gain. In the corporate world, this means being transparent, honest, and accountable to stakeholders. Example: Infosys, one of India’s […]
Current Affairs Quiz 20 September 2023
Current Affairs 20 September 2023
CONTENTS 128th Constitutional Amendment Bill 2023 Context: In a significant development in Indian politics, the Government of India introduced the 128th Constitutional Amendment Bill 2023 during a special session of Parliament. The bill proposes to reserve 33% of seats for women in the Lok Sabha and all state Legislative Assemblies and extends the quota to […]
PIB Summaries 20 September 2023
CONTENTS Samudra Prahari Context: The Indian Coast Guard Ship Samudra Prahari, a Pollution Control Vessel, has commenced an overseas deployment to ASEAN countries, including Thailand, Vietnam, and Indonesia, from September 11 to October 14, 2023, as part of an initiative announced during the ASEAN Defence Minister Meeting Plus meeting in November 2022. Relevance: GS III: […]
Static Quiz 20 September 2023 (History)
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 20 September 2023
Contents: Stree Shakti Context: In a momentous development during the Special Session’s relocation to the new Parliament House, the government presented a significant proposal in the Lok Sabha. This proposal aims to allocate one-third of the seats in the Lower House and the Assemblies for women, marking a historic step towards women’s reservation. Relevance: GS […]
Current Affairs Quiz 19 September 2023
PIB Summaries 19 September 2023
CONTENTS International Organization of Legal Metrology (OIML) Context: Recently, India has become the 13th country that can issue OIML (International Organization of Legal Metrology) Certificates. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Dimensions of the Article: Legal Metrology Key Objective: International Organization of Legal Metrology (OIML) Significance of India Becoming an OIML Certificate Authority Facilitating Exports: Global Acceptance: Economic Benefits: Regional […]
Current Affairs 19 September 2023
CONTENTS Virtual Summit: “Voice of the Global South” – Gathering Input for Regional Priorities Context: In 2023, the Prime Minister of India hosted a virtual summit titled “Voice of the Global South,” which gathered around 125 countries. The summit aimed to gather input and perspectives from countries in the Global South to identify regional priorities. […]