This university material is useful for GS Paper 4 as it explains the basic concepts related to ethics in lucid form.
The material has been arranged in a logical and orderly sequence of chapters .
Index:
1.
Introduction
·
Definition of Ethics and Values
·
Conduct and Character (behavior and thought)
·
Dimension of Ethics: Nature and Scope
· Uses of the study of Ethics
2.
Self-realization and Human Values
·
Self-realization and Harmony
·
Rules and Regulations
·
Rights and Duties
·
Good and Obligation
·
Integrity
· Conscience: Formalism
3.
Obligation to Family
·
Trust and Respect Guidance and Reverence
·
Codes of Conduct
·
Citizens Chart
· Emotional Intelligence: Emotivism
4.
Individual and Society
·
Ethics and Human Interface
·
Social Relationships and Society
·
Environmental Ethics and Nature
· Empathy: Compassion towards Weaker Sections- Utilitarianism
5.
Obligation to State
·
Kautilyas’ Polity Freedom
·
Equality, and Fraternity
·
Civil rights and Human Rights
· Utilities and Application: Pragmatism
6.
Western Ethics
·
Happiness and Prosperity as Ethical Standard
·
Hedonism
·
Four Cardinal Virtues: Wisdom, Courage,
Temperance and Justice
· Lesson from the life of Socrates: Speak Truth, Practice Virtues
7.
Indian Ethics
·
Lesson from Mahatma Gandhi: Ahimsa and Tolerance;
Society and Trusteeship
· Indian Constitution: Fundamental Rights, Directive Principles of State Policy
8.
Professional Ethics
·
Human Goal and purusarthas
·
Ethics in Public Administration: Impartiality
and Objectivity
·
Ethical Values
·
Management Ethics: Civil Servants, Lawyers,
Doctors