12 Oct 2026GS4Topic
Aptitude, foundational values, attitude, emotional intelligence and moral thinkers
Previous year questions
5 as set1 · GS4 201710 marks150 words
Examine the relevance of the following in the context of civil service: (a) Transparency (b) Accountability (c) Fairness and justice (d) Courage of conviction (e) Spirit of service
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2 · GS4 201910 marks150 words
“Emotional Intelligence is the ability to make your emotions work for you instead of against you”. Do you agree with this view? Discuss.
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3 · GS4 202010 marks150 words
A positive attitude is considered to be an essential characteristic of a civil servant who is often required to function under extreme stress. What contributes to a positive attitude in a person?
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4 · GS4 202110 marks150 words
Identify five ethical traits on which one can plot the performance of a civil servant. Justify their inclusion in the matrix.
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5 · GS4 202310 marks150 words
“Corruption is the manifestation of the failure of core values in the society.” In your opinion, what measures can be adopted to uplift the core values in the society?
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