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GS-IV

GS-IV refers to the General Studies Paper IV in the Civil Services Examination in India. It focuses on ethics, integrity, and aptitude. This paper assesses candidates' understanding of ethical issues in public administration. It also evaluates their ability to apply ethical principles in real-life scenarios. The emphasis is on moral values and the role of ethics in governance.

Decline of Gandhian Values in Modern Indian Democracy

Recent political developments in India, notably the 2025 Bihar elections, show a worrying erosion of Gandhian principles in...

 December 3, 2025

UNESCO’s Global Ethics Framework for Neurotechnology Innovation

UNESCO issued the first global normative framework on the ethics of neurotechnology. This framework came into force to...

 November 19, 2025

Enhancing Recall and Judgment for Cognitive Excellence

Recent studies in cognitive science and psychology have brought into light the crucial role of recall and judgment...

 November 11, 2025

America’s Rising Internal Divisions and Global Impact

The United States in 2025 faces deep internal strife marked by political hostility and racial tensions. The nation’s...

 September 29, 2025

AI Photo-to-Video Technology Raises Ethical Concerns

Recent advances in artificial intelligence have enabled users to transform still photos into realistic videos. This new capability...

 September 3, 2025

India’s Execution Problem in Skill Development

Recent observations reveal a persistent issue in India’s workforce and public services. Tasks often remain incomplete or poorly...

 August 23, 2025

Indian Political Thought

Indian political thought has evolved over centuries, shaped by diverse religious traditions and social contexts. This evolution reflects...

 February 25, 2025

Amendments to Advocates Act 1961 Proposed

The Government of India has proposed amendments to the Advocates Act of 1961. This initiative aims to modernise...

 February 14, 2025

UK Legalises Assisted Dying – A Historical Shift

The UK House of Commons voted to legalise assisted dying on November 29, 2024. This decision marks change...

 December 27, 2024

Infanticide in Animals – Causes and Consequences

Infanticide among animals, particularly in captive environments, has drawn attention due to recent incidents involving tigresses in Indian...

 December 13, 2024

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