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Case Studies on Ethical DilemmasEXAMINEYear 201520 Marks
Concept / Statute•Directive•Institution / Stakeholder

Case Study: You are the director of a state tourism department. A plan is proposed to develop a luxury eco-resort in a pristine coastal zone inhabited by traditional fishermen. The project promises huge tourism revenue and state prestige, but the construction will destroy the breeding grounds of rare marine turtles and displace local fishing communities from their beach access. Environmental groups protest vehemently. (a) Analyze the conflict between economic tourism growth and ecological-livelihood preservation. (b) What decision will you recommend?

Exact Syllabus Pointer

Case studies on problems of integrity, conflict of interest, crisis management, political pressure, social boycott, ethical dilemmas in public office.

Connected Questions Across All Papers

Discovered through overlapping concepts: Eco-Tourism vs Fishermen Livelihood, Turtle Breeding Grounds, Coastal Zone Conservation

Recurring Theme Trend: “Eco-Tourism vs Fishermen Livelihood”

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