Exploring Impartiality: A Foundational Value for Civil Services

When watching sports, we often notice how crucial referees and umpires are for ensuring fair play by implementing the rules impartially. Similarly, impartiality is essential in civil services. In this episode, we delve into the concept of impartiality and its significance for civil servants.

Episode Overview

Meaning of Impartiality: Impartiality means treating everyone equally and fairly. It's a central concept in several ethical theories and is essential for maintaining moral standards.

Philosophers on Impartiality: Insights from philosophers like David Hume, Immanuel Kant, Richard Hare, J.S. Mill, and John Rawls on the importance of impartiality in ethical decision-making.

Impartiality in Civil Services: How civil servants can make unbiased decisions, follow impartial rules, and treat citizens equally under the law.

Impartiality & Fairness: The link between impartiality and fairness in public services, ensuring fair treatment of citizens and increasing trust in public officials.

Importance of Impartiality: Avoiding pitfalls like nepotism, conflict of interest, and personal gain while building trust with stakeholders.

Why Watch?

Understanding impartiality helps grasp its role in ethical governance and fair administration. Watch the full video on YouTube to explore these concepts and their practical applications in civil services.

UPSC PYQs on Impartiality

1: Why should impartiality and non-partisanship be considered as foundational values in public services, especially in the present-day socio-politico context? Illustrate with examples. 2016

2: Should impartial and being non-partisan be considered as indispensable qualities to make a successful civil servant? Discuss with illustrations. 2021