MPPSC Mains 2016 – General Studies IV: Solved Question Paper

51 questions, each with a model answer in Hindi and English.

  1. Define conduct and discipline.

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  2. Write a short note on The Social Contract.

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  3. Write a short note on 'The Social Contract' in 20 words.

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  4. What is the system of 'Rule of Lapse' in Government Administration ?

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  5. Briefly highlight the problems and security issues in North-East States of India.

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  6. What do you mean by Lokpal ?

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  7. What is 123 Agreement of India with USA and discuss its importance.

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  8. Explain the significance and working of 'Split System' in Indian Administrative System.

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  9. Distinguish between 'Money Bill', 'Finance Bill' and 'Appropriation Bill'.

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  10. Highlight the types and objectives of Audit in Government Administration.

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  11. Write a short note on aims, organisation and future of SAARC.

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  12. What is 'Corruption' ? Define.

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  13. The Prevention of Corruption Act is how much effective to prevent corruption ? Evaluate.

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  14. Illustrate the role of Code of Conduct in Civil Services.

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  15. Write a short note on Define conduct and discipline in 20 words.

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  16. Explain the meaning of motivation.

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  17. What do you mean by 'citizen charter'?

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  18. Explain moral dilemma in Public Administration.

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  19. Who was the founder of Brahmo-Samaj?

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  20. What are 'Triratnas' according to Mahavir Swami?

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  21. Who is the writer of the book 'Gitanjali'?

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  22. Name the four cardinal virtues given by Aristotle.

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  23. Write the importance of integrity in Public Administration.

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  24. Explain the concept of 'Emotional Intelligence' in Public Administration.

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  25. Who was the founder of Sikhism?

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  26. What is the purport of 'empathy'?

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  27. Write the name of three famous poetic works of Tulsidas.

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  28. What is the role of society in elimination of corruption?

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  29. Discuss the ethical bases of Public Administration.

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  30. Throw light on various dimensions of ethical reasoning.

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  31. Critically analyse how conscience can act as a source of ethical guidance for bureaucrats in a democratic set-up.

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  32. Civil service neutrality is a fiction. How can any rational person be neutral? Comment.

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  33. "The field of Public Administration is a field of business." (Woodrow Wilson) Comment.

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  34. "Man's motives - in different subparts of the same organization may be different." (Edgar Schein) Discuss.

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  35. Discuss the role of social media and internet in minimizing corruption.

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  36. What is Pratityasamutpada in Buddhist thought? Explain it.

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  37. Discuss the types of corruption.

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  38. Explain difference between prejudice and stereotypes.

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  39. Describe Swami Dayanand Saraswati's contribution to upliftment of Indian society.

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  40. Explain Sri Aurobindo's concept of integral yoga.

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  41. Discuss philosophy of Dr. Radhakrishnan.

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  42. Explain UN convention on corruption.

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  43. Examine the utilities of 'Emotional Intelligence' in Administrations and Governance.

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  44. First Case Study: Sub: Accumulation of Black Money -> Causes and Remedies Accumulation of Black Money posed a grave threat to our economy and is likely to threaten the very security and survival of the country. It is the source and at the same time cause of graft, corruption and the debarring of…

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  45. What measures can be suggested for curbing the generation and spread of parallel economy of black money ?

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  46. How black money take part in galloping inflation ? Discuss.

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  47. Second Case Study: Sub: Professional Ethics and Conflict in Values A former employee who was fired due to poor quality work, absences and lateness related to her drinking problem inform you that she has applied for a position at other company and has already given your name as a reference. She…

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  48. What do you say to an employer who calls you for a reference ?

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  49. Suppose she had asked you to be a reference prior to supplying your name to her prospective employer ?

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  50. What values are at stake ?

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  51. Do some of the values conflict with one another ?

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