Mains Answer Writing - 11 Oct, 2026

GS4

Ethics: Theory

10 marks

What is probity in governance? Explain its importance in public administration with suitable examples.

Probity goes beyond legal compliance and requires ethical conduct in exercising public authority.
The Second Administrative Reforms Commission's Fourth Report, Ethics in Governance (2007), emphasised institutional reforms for ethical administration.
Do not equate probity only with preventing corruption; include integrity, transparency, accountability and fairness.

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