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Case Studies on Ethical DilemmasEXAMINEYear 201720 Marks
Concept / Statute•Directive•Institution / Stakeholder

Case Study: You are the District Magistrate. A massive building collapses in a congested area, burying scores of workers under rubble. While search and rescue operations are ongoing, a violent mob gathers, blaming the municipal administration and pelting stones at the rescue teams and police. The local corporator demands immediate public announcement of Rs 50 lakh compensation per victim, threatening to burn down the nearby municipal office if not agreed within an hour. (a) What are the immediate priorities before you? (b) How will you handle the angry mob while ensuring search and rescue continues without hindrance?

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: Building Collapse Tragedy, Search & Rescue Crisis, Mob Violence & Extortion

Recurring Theme Trend: “Building Collapse Tragedy”

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