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Topic: Public/Civil service values and Ethics in Public administration: Status and problems; ethical concerns and dilemmas in government and private institutions; laws, rules, regulations and conscience as sources of ethical guidance; accountability and ethical governance; strengthening of ethical and moral values in governance; ethical issues in international relations and funding; corporate governance.
6. One has not only a legal but also a moral responsibility to obey just laws. Conversely, one has a moral responsibility to disobey unjust laws. Discuss. (250 words)
Reference: Ethics, Integrity and Aptitude by Lexicon Publications
Why the question:
The question is premised on the theme of moral responsibility with respect to obeying and disobeying laws.
Key Demand of the question:
Explain the statement in detail and discuss the importance of moral responsibility in disobeying unjust laws.
Directive:
Discuss – This is an all-encompassing directive – you have to debate on paper by going through the details of the issues concerned by examining each one of them. You have to give reasons for both for and against arguments.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Briefly highlight your understanding of the statement in question.
Body:
Explain that in a democracy, a law not only has the statutory sanction but also reflects the will of the people. Obedience to the law of the land is also a moral obligation for maintaining social and political order in the interest of common good. Socrates when condemned to death did not flee the city. According to him, it would have been violation of law amounting to mistreatment or disrespect of his fellow citizens.
Discuss its importance in the current context.
Give examples such as – Criminalizing Homosexuality, Adultery and sexual harassment etc.
Conclusion:
Conclude by suggesting way ahead.
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