🧭 Ethics, Integrity & Aptitude – Evolvixa Academy
Case studies, key concepts, and real-life applications to master UPSC GS Paper IV with clarity and values.
Ethics is not about memorizing theories — it’s about understanding what it means to do the right thing, even when it’s hard. In UPSC GS Paper IV, you’re not just tested on knowledge — you’re tested on your judgment, empathy, and integrity.
This section breaks down abstract concepts like values, attitude, emotional intelligence, and aptitude into simple ideas with relatable examples. From role models to real-life dilemmas and case studies, we help you build a strong ethical compass — one that reflects not just a good answer, but a good human being.
🧠 Let’s prepare not just to clear the exam, but to serve with purpose.
🧭 Ethics and Human Interface
Essence of ethics, determinants, consequences of ethical behavior, dimensions of ethics in personal and public life.
⬇️ Download PDF😊 Attitude: Content, Structure, Influence
Formation of attitude, functions, role in behavior, how attitude changes, and its impact on service orientation.
🎯 Aptitude & Foundational Values
Integrity, impartiality, non-partisanship, dedication to public service, compassion, tolerance and empathy in governance.
💖 Emotional Intelligence
Concepts of EI, role in decision-making, managing emotions, and empathy in administration.
📚 Contributions of Moral Thinkers
Teachings and relevance of Gandhi, Vivekananda, Kant, Plato, Confucius, and modern ethical role models.
🏛️ Ethics in Public Administration
Challenges of corruption, conflict of interest, values in governance, ethical decision making in bureaucracy.
⚖️ Probity in Governance
Honesty, transparency, objectivity, integrity, and tools for maintaining probity in public life.
🤝 Ethics in Relationships
Ethical issues in personal life, public interactions, professional duties, and maintaining trust across roles.
🧪 Case Studies & Ethical Dilemmas
Real-world scenarios testing integrity, empathy, leadership, conflict resolution, and ethical reasoning.
📜 Code of Conduct & Ethics
Difference between code of conduct and ethics, examples from civil services, and international frameworks.
🛡️ Integrity & Accountability
How to stay honest in public service, accountability frameworks, whistleblower protection, and ethical audits.
🏢 Work Culture & Service Delivery
Citizen-centric governance, responsiveness, performance indicators, grievance handling, and efficiency in delivery.