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Public Service Ethics and Conduct Rules

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

Civil servants must follow conduct rules emphasizing impartiality, political neutrality, and integrity. The CCS (Conduct) Rules bar certain actions—like taking bribes, unauthorized communication with the press, or personal prejudices in official dealings. Annual property returns and restrictions on commercial employment post-retirement aim to prevent conflicts of interest. Violations can prompt departmental inquiries or criminal prosecution. Ethical codes underscore accountability to the Constitution and citizens. With evolving challenges—social media usage, data privacy—these rules are updated to maintain discipline. Balancing officials’ personal rights with institutional propriety remains a cornerstone of building trust in public administration.

Practice Questions

Which of the following is the longest serving Chief Minister in India?

What is the minimum age required to become the President of India?

विधान सभा अध्यक्ष की योग्यता किस आधार पर निर्धारित होती है?

Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the official language of the Union?

न्यायपालिका की संरचना में किसका प्रमुख योगदान होता है?

राज्यसभा की कार्यप्रणाली किस पर आधारित है?

न्यायपालिका की स्वतंत्रता किस अनुच्छेद में सुनिश्चित की गई है?

Which of the following is a provision of the Indian Constitution regarding the Emergency?

Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the President’s power to dissolve the Lok Sabha?

कार्यपालिका के प्रमुख की उत्तराधिकार प्रक्रिया किस अनुच्छेद में वर्णित है?