This module is essential for the Mains examination (GS Paper IV), focusing on the ethical dimensions of governance, public administration, and decision-making. It incorporates moral philosophy, ethics in public service, and case studies that challenge aspirants to think like a civil servant, ensuring integrity and moral uprightness in every action.

Key Components:

Ethical Theories and Thinkers: Detailed study of ethical theories like utilitarianism, deontology, virtue ethics, and key moral philosophers such as Kant, Bentham, and Aristotle. This section helps students to understand the foundations of ethical decision-making.

Ethics in Governance: Understanding ethics in public service, accountability, transparency, and integrity. Students will learn about the Code of Conduct and ethical challenges faced by civil servants.

Emotional Intelligence (EI): Exploration of EI and its role in decision-making, leadership, and managing interpersonal relationships. This component will help aspirants develop self-awareness, empathy, and resilience.

Aptitude and Attitude: A study of aptitude, integrity, and work ethics in governance. Focus on the significance of probity, empathy, and fairness in administration.

Case Studies: Practical application of ethics through real-life case studies. Students will be trained on how to approach and solve ethical dilemmas using a structured framework.

Learning Outcomes:

Develop a strong moral compass and ability to make ethically sound decisions.
Master the art of writing structured, insightful answers to case studies.
Understand the role of emotional intelligence in governance and leadership.
Be fully prepared for GS Paper IV in the UPSC Mains.