Critically discuss the ethicality of coercion and tit-for-tat behaviour. (200 Words) Coercion is the method to persuade one person to do some something by another person or entity by using means of power or threat. Although coercion is considered good in some cases, especially when some positive result for greater good is occurring through it. …
Discuss the ethical issues involved in denying entry to women and dalits to temples. How should issues like this be solved by government and society? Comment. (150 Words) Ethical issues involved in denying entry to women and dalits are: Should the traditions be followed which are against the principles of rationality, humanity and especially hurt the dignity of …
It is widely established beyond doubt that smoking is injurious to health and regular smokers die sooner than non-smokers. Some people, for example, a parent smokes at home knowing that it is harmful to family members too. Others smoke in public places causing problem to the public. Governments try to warn public of dangers of …
Do you think “sting operations‟ and leaking of information which are being reported in media these days are ethical? In a democracy, are leaks the best way of providing that information? Critically examine and justify your answer. (200 Words) Sting Operation is artificially creating a scenario wherein the target person is put into a situation …
You are working as an head of a private software firm. As its head, what measures will you take (apart from government mandated measures) to ensure safe working place for women and completely stop sexual harassment of women workers. (150 Words) Women, a very important part of society. Nowadays they are affected by the sexual …
Analyse the linkages between prison reforms and reforms of prison inmates. Are there any alternatives to prisons to reform criminals? Critically comment. (200 Words) Prisons should not only be punitive in nature but also act as a reformist. The following elements must be kept in mind while analysing the purpose of prisons The inmates must …
In your opinion, what is the meaning of privacy? Do you think the press should be allowed to publish private details of an individual, especially of a public personality? How does the government in India deal with the privacy of individuals? Critically comment. (250 Words) Privacy refers to a sphere of an individual which consists …
Many times it is reported in news that victims of rape are harassed by the police and courts in India. If you become a Superintendent of Police, how will you treat rape and sexual molestation victims? Suggest measures that need to be taken to protect victims from harassment. (200 Words) The crime of rape is …
Do you think affluent people are morally obligated to donate aid to alleviate global poverty? Substantiate. (200 Words) Swami Vivekanand opined “As long as millions live in poverty, him I call a traitor, who having being educated at their expense pays the least head to them”. It is for no one to deny that society …
Is prenatal genetic screening and testing for birth defects and genetic conditions, or to alter genes, ethical? Justify. (150 Words) Pre-natal tests and altering genes though show the stupendous advancement in technology, seriously breach our ethical standard: Dignity of people with defects – will suffer as disability of any kind would be looked as an inferior …