{"id":24635,"date":"2024-02-01T05:52:46","date_gmt":"2024-02-01T05:52:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/?p=24635"},"modified":"2024-02-01T06:04:05","modified_gmt":"2024-02-01T06:04:05","slug":"case-study-no-2-upsc-mains-solved-paper-gs-4-2018","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/case-study-no-2-upsc-mains-solved-paper-gs-4-2018\/","title":{"rendered":"Case Study No. 2 UPSC MAINS SOLVED PAPER GS 4 &#8211; 2018"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/upsc-gs-advance-and-mentorship-program-ampcsat?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Link&amp;utm_campaign=GS+Advanced\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Attempt-our-Daily-Weekly-Current-Affairs-Quiz-now-8.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43397\" srcset=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Attempt-our-Daily-Weekly-Current-Affairs-Quiz-now-8.png 1280w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Attempt-our-Daily-Weekly-Current-Affairs-Quiz-now-8-1170x274.png 1170w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Attempt-our-Daily-Weekly-Current-Affairs-Quiz-now-8-585x137.png 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>A case study is a comprehensive and in-depth examination of a particular subject, often within its real-life context. It serves as a methodological tool to explore, analyze, and understand complex issues or phenomena, ranging from individual experiences to organizational challenges. Typically employed in various academic disciplines, business settings, and scientific research, a case study involves an extensive investigation that aims to provide a detailed account of the subject under scrutiny. By delving into the intricate details of a specific case, researchers can uncover valuable insights, draw conclusions, and offer practical solutions. This method offers a holistic approach, allowing for a nuanced understanding of the multifaceted factors influencing the subject, making it an invaluable tool for gaining knowledge and informing decision-making processes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a028c9f3a285\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a028c9f3a285\"  \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/case-study-no-2-upsc-mains-solved-paper-gs-4-2018\/#Q8_As_a_senior_officer_in_the_Ministry_you_have_access_to_important_policy_decisions_and_upcoming_big_announcements_such_as_road_construction_projects_before_they_are_notified_in_the_public_domain_The_Ministry_is_about_to_announce_a_mega_road_project_for_which_the_drawings_are_already_in_place_Sufficient_care_was_taken_by_the_planners_to_make_use_of_the_government_land_with_the_minimum_land_acquisition_from_private_parties_Compensation_rate_for_private_parties_was_also_finalized_as_per_government_rules_Care_was_also_taken_to_minimize_deforestation_Once_the_project_is_announced_it_is_expected_that_there_will_be_a_huge_spurt_in_real_estate_prices_in_and_around_that_area\" title=\"Q8. As a senior officer in the Ministry, you have access to important policy decisions and upcoming big announcements such as road construction projects before they are notified in the public domain. The Ministry is about to announce a mega road project for which the drawings are already in place. Sufficient care was taken by the planners to make use of the government land with the minimum land acquisition from private parties. Compensation rate for private parties was also finalized as per government rules. Care was also taken to minimize deforestation. Once the project is announced, it is expected that there will be a huge spurt in real estate prices in and around that area.&nbsp;&nbsp;\">Q8. As a senior officer in the Ministry, you have access to important policy decisions and upcoming big announcements such as road construction projects before they are notified in the public domain. The Ministry is about to announce a mega road project for which the drawings are already in place. Sufficient care was taken by the planners to make use of the government land with the minimum land acquisition from private parties. Compensation rate for private parties was also finalized as per government rules. Care was also taken to minimize deforestation. Once the project is announced, it is expected that there will be a huge spurt in real estate prices in and around that area.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/case-study-no-2-upsc-mains-solved-paper-gs-4-2018\/#Meanwhile_the_Minister_concerned_insists_that_you_realign_the_road_in_such_a_way_that_it_comes_closer_to_his_20_acres_farmhouse_He_also_suggests_that_he_would_facilitate_the_purchase_of_a_big_plot_of_land_in_your_wifes_name_at_the_prevailing_rate_which_is_very_nominal_in_and_around_the_proposed_mega_road_project_He_also_tries_to_convince_you_by_saying_that_there_is_no_harm_in_it_as_he_is_buying_the_land_legally_He_even_promises_to_supplement_your_savings_in_case_you_do_not_have_sufficient_funds_to_buy_the_land_However_by_the_act_of_realignment_a_lot_of_agricultural_lands_has_to_be_acquired_thereby_causing_a_considerable_financial_burden_on_the_government_and_also_the_displacement_of_the_farmers_As_if_this_is_not_enough_it_will_involve_cutting_down_a_large_number_of_trees_denuding_the_area_of_its_green_cover\" title=\"Meanwhile, the Minister concerned insists that you realign the road in such a way that it comes closer to his 20 acres farmhouse. He also suggests that he would facilitate the purchase of a big plot of land in your wife&#8217;s name at the prevailing rate which is very nominal, in and around the proposed mega road project. He also tries to convince you by saying that there is no harm in it as he is buying the land legally. He even promises to supplement your savings in case you do not have sufficient funds to buy the land. However, by the act of realignment, a lot of agricultural lands has to be acquired, thereby causing a considerable financial burden on the government, and also the displacement of the farmers. As if this is not enough, it will involve cutting down a large number of trees denuding the area of its green cover.&nbsp;&nbsp;\">Meanwhile, the Minister concerned insists that you realign the road in such a way that it comes closer to his 20 acres farmhouse. He also suggests that he would facilitate the purchase of a big plot of land in your wife&#8217;s name at the prevailing rate which is very nominal, in and around the proposed mega road project. He also tries to convince you by saying that there is no harm in it as he is buying the land legally. He even promises to supplement your savings in case you do not have sufficient funds to buy the land. However, by the act of realignment, a lot of agricultural lands has to be acquired, thereby causing a considerable financial burden on the government, and also the displacement of the farmers. As if this is not enough, it will involve cutting down a large number of trees denuding the area of its green cover.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/case-study-no-2-upsc-mains-solved-paper-gs-4-2018\/#Faced_with_this_situation_what_will_you_do_Critically_examine_various_conflicts_of_interest_and_explain_what_your_responsibilities_are_as_a_public_servant_250_Words_20_Marks\" title=\"Faced with this situation, what will you do? Critically examine various conflicts of interest and explain what your responsibilities are as a public servant. (250 Words, 20 Marks)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\">Faced with this situation, what will you do? Critically examine various conflicts of interest and explain what your responsibilities are as a public servant. (250 Words, 20 Marks)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/case-study-no-2-upsc-mains-solved-paper-gs-4-2018\/#Decoding_the_Question\" title=\"Decoding the Question:&nbsp;&nbsp;\">Decoding the Question:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/case-study-no-2-upsc-mains-solved-paper-gs-4-2018\/#Answer\" title=\"Answer:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\">Answer:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/case-study-no-2-upsc-mains-solved-paper-gs-4-2018\/#Case_Summary\" title=\"Case Summary:&nbsp;&nbsp;\">Case Summary:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/case-study-no-2-upsc-mains-solved-paper-gs-4-2018\/#Stakeholders_Involved\" title=\"Stakeholders Involved:&nbsp;&nbsp;\">Stakeholders Involved:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/case-study-no-2-upsc-mains-solved-paper-gs-4-2018\/#In_the_above_case_there_are_certain_conflicts_of_interest\" title=\"In the above case, there are certain conflicts of interest:&nbsp;\">In the above case, there are certain conflicts of interest:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/case-study-no-2-upsc-mains-solved-paper-gs-4-2018\/#As_a_responsible_civil_servant_having_faced_with_this_situation_i_will\" title=\"As a responsible civil servant having faced with this situation, i will&nbsp;&nbsp;\">As a responsible civil servant having faced with this situation, i will&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/case-study-no-2-upsc-mains-solved-paper-gs-4-2018\/#In_case_you_still_have_your_doubts_contact_us_on_9811333901\" title=\"In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;\">In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/case-study-no-2-upsc-mains-solved-paper-gs-4-2018\/#Visit_our_YouTube_Channel_%E2%80%93_here\" title=\"Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211;&nbsp;here\">Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211;&nbsp;here<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q8_As_a_senior_officer_in_the_Ministry_you_have_access_to_important_policy_decisions_and_upcoming_big_announcements_such_as_road_construction_projects_before_they_are_notified_in_the_public_domain_The_Ministry_is_about_to_announce_a_mega_road_project_for_which_the_drawings_are_already_in_place_Sufficient_care_was_taken_by_the_planners_to_make_use_of_the_government_land_with_the_minimum_land_acquisition_from_private_parties_Compensation_rate_for_private_parties_was_also_finalized_as_per_government_rules_Care_was_also_taken_to_minimize_deforestation_Once_the_project_is_announced_it_is_expected_that_there_will_be_a_huge_spurt_in_real_estate_prices_in_and_around_that_area\"><\/span><strong>Q8. As a senior officer in the Ministry, you have access to important policy decisions and upcoming big announcements such as road construction projects before they are notified in the public domain. The Ministry is about to announce a mega road project for which the drawings are already in place. Sufficient care was taken by the planners to make use of the government land with the minimum land acquisition from private parties. Compensation rate for private parties was also finalized as per government rules. Care was also taken to minimize deforestation. Once the project is announced, it is expected that there will be a huge spurt in real estate prices in and around that area.<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Meanwhile_the_Minister_concerned_insists_that_you_realign_the_road_in_such_a_way_that_it_comes_closer_to_his_20_acres_farmhouse_He_also_suggests_that_he_would_facilitate_the_purchase_of_a_big_plot_of_land_in_your_wifes_name_at_the_prevailing_rate_which_is_very_nominal_in_and_around_the_proposed_mega_road_project_He_also_tries_to_convince_you_by_saying_that_there_is_no_harm_in_it_as_he_is_buying_the_land_legally_He_even_promises_to_supplement_your_savings_in_case_you_do_not_have_sufficient_funds_to_buy_the_land_However_by_the_act_of_realignment_a_lot_of_agricultural_lands_has_to_be_acquired_thereby_causing_a_considerable_financial_burden_on_the_government_and_also_the_displacement_of_the_farmers_As_if_this_is_not_enough_it_will_involve_cutting_down_a_large_number_of_trees_denuding_the_area_of_its_green_cover\"><\/span><strong>Meanwhile, the Minister concerned insists that you realign the road in such a way that it comes closer to his 20 acres farmhouse. He also suggests that he would facilitate the purchase of a big plot of land in your wife&#8217;s name at the prevailing rate which is very nominal, in and around the proposed mega road project. He also tries to convince you by saying that there is no harm in it as he is buying the land legally. He even promises to supplement your savings in case you do not have sufficient funds to buy the land. However, by the act of realignment, a lot of agricultural lands has to be acquired, thereby causing a considerable financial burden on the government, and also the displacement of the farmers. As if this is not enough, it will involve cutting down a large number of trees denuding the area of its green cover.<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Faced_with_this_situation_what_will_you_do_Critically_examine_various_conflicts_of_interest_and_explain_what_your_responsibilities_are_as_a_public_servant_250_Words_20_Marks\"><\/span><strong>Faced with this situation, what will you do? Critically examine various conflicts of interest and explain what your responsibilities are as a public servant. (250 Words, 20 Marks)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tag: <\/strong>Case Study&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Decoding_the_Question\"><\/span><strong>Decoding the Question:<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>In Introduction, try to write a case summary.<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>In Body,<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Mention the stakeholders involved.<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Discuss the conflict of interest that arises.<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Discuss your responsibilities and your take being a civil servant.<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>In Conclusion,try to write a neutral opinion.<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Answer\"><\/span><strong>Answer:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Case_Summary\"><\/span><strong>Case Summary:<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a case of political interference and conflict of interest if he uses inside information for private gain. Using inside information is also seen as a conflict of interest even if one is not a direct beneficiary. A Public Servant is needed to serve the greater public interest, save the government resources wherever it is possible and help realise the sustainable development goals.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stakeholders_Involved\"><\/span><strong>Stakeholders Involved:<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>I, as a senior scientific officer in the Ministry.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Private parties, with whom the government deals as the government roles.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>The Minister who insists to realign the road in such a way that it comes closer to his 20 acres farmhouse.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Farmers.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>As a senior officer in the Ministry I have certain authorities and with authority, there are responsibilities towards society.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/upsc-essay?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Banner&amp;utm_campaign=Essay\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"300\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/10.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42412 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/10.png 1280w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/10-1170x274.png 1170w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/10-585x137.png 585w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1280px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1280\/300;\" \/><\/a><figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/upsc-essay?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Link&amp;utm_campaign=Essay\">UPSC Essay Course<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_the_above_case_there_are_certain_conflicts_of_interest\"><\/span><strong>In the above case, there are certain conflicts of interest:<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>My economic interest vs. interest of farmers:<\/strong> The offer of the Minister will strengthen me economically, but it will also result in great loss to the farmers as large displacement of farmers will take place. Moreover, my ethical values do not allow me to favor the Minister and thus I will stand with the original project.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Minister\u2019s interest vs. professional interest:<\/strong> If I do not consider the Minister\u2019s proposal, it may cost me. Disregarding his wish will irritate him and I may have to pay a cost \u2013 maybe in the form of an unfavorable transfer. Considering his proposal, I will benefit in future with higher posts. But I will prepare myself for the impending situation and I will take the decision in favor of the society, not the Minister.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>My economic interest and that of minister vs. environment:<\/strong> Our combined interest is very harmful for the environment as it may result in cutting down a large number of trees denuding the area of its green cover. As a responsible public servant, I shall keep aside the vested interests and shall consider the original project.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Minister\u2019s interest vs. financial burden on the Government:<\/strong> Minister\u2019s proposal will cause financial burden on government as more money and labor will be needed for realigning the road. Instead, this money can be used for other welfare programmes.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Moral Conflict:<\/strong> Till now, I have done my services on moral values and with honesty and accepting the offer will rob me of my mental peace. It will also degrade my values which are my pillars of strength. For fulfilling my economic needs, the salary provided to me from the Government is enough.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"As_a_responsible_civil_servant_having_faced_with_this_situation_i_will\"><\/span><strong>As a responsible civil servant having faced with this situation, i will<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>I will continue to implement the road project as planned rather than buckling under the minister\u2019s pressure or getting alluded to by personal gains.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>It is because, It is expected from a civil servant to serve the larger public interest, save government resources wherever it is possible and help realise the goal of sustainable development. So, in this situation&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>As a responsible public servant, I shall keep aside the vested interests and shall consider the original project.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Agreeing to the minister may improve my fortunes and the minister may also benefit in the future in several ways. However, this greed and connivance is not desirable as it defies the people&#8217;s trust and national interest and leads to loss of a lot of arable land and destitution. It will also lead to loss to the government exchequer and it would be detrimental to the environment as it involves cutting down large numbers of trees.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Moreover, being in a more responsible position, My decision will have ramifications on many lives. 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