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Mastering Ethics in 29 Days – Volume 2

Case Studies | Ethical Decision-Making | GS Paper IV (UPSC CSE)
“Where dilemmas meet clarity, and theory transforms into action.”

Volume 2 of the Mastering Ethics in 29 Days series focuses exclusively on the Case Studies section of UPSC GS Paper IV, which tests an aspirant's ethical reasoning, empathy, decision-making, and practical understanding of moral principles in real-life scenarios.

This volume is more than a collection of solved case studies—it's a complete decision-making toolkit. Each case is holistically analyzed using a multi-dimensional ethical framework, connecting actions and outcomes with governance principles, constitutional values, moral theories, philosophical reasoning, social norms, religious perspectives, and administrative ethics.

Key Features:

• Theme-Based Categorization:
  Cases are organized thematically—covering integrity, conflict of interest, accountability, compassion, whistleblowing, leadership ethics, environmental ethics, workplace dilemmas, and more.
• Ethical Frameworks for Every Case:
  Each case is resolved using tools like the ethical decision matrix, stakeholder analysis, consequence-impact evaluation, and application of constitutional duties and governance values.
• Integration with Theory:
  Solutions are connected with ethical theories (Kantianism, Utilitarianism, Virtue Ethics, etc.), Indian and Western philosophers (Gandhi, Aristotle, Rawls, Swami Vivekananda), and views of administrative thinkers and leaders like Sardar Patel, Kalam, and Lincoln.
• Moral, Social, and Religious Perspectives:
  Cases are explained with deep reference to Indian social values, moral teachings from religions, and ethical traditions rooted in dharma, compassion, ahimsa, and justice.
• Strategic Answer Writing Approach:
  Clear frameworks, presentation patterns, and answer structures show how to balance empathy with legality, rules with discretion, and short-term vs long-term impacts.
• Realistic & Contemporary Case Scenarios:
  Includes UPSC-style dilemmas drawn from public service, governance, environmental policy, technology, social reform, citizen services, law enforcement, and education.

Who Should Read This Book?

• Aspirants who struggle with writing balanced, insightful case study answers
• Those who wish to internalize ethical values and apply them with confidence
• Candidates looking to master GS Paper IV from both theoretical and applied angles

Whether you are a first-timer or a veteran, this book will equip you with clarity, tools, and ethical vocabulary to handle even the most complex dilemmas in the exam hall—and beyond.

Because ethics is not just to be studied. It’s to be lived, reasoned, and written.