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  • 2024 · Question 4 · Section A · 20 marks

    1. (a) "The concept of Just and Unjust is contextual. What was just a year back, may turn out to be unjust in today's context. Changing context should be constantly under scrutiny to prevent miscarriage of justice." Examine the above statement with suitable examples.

      10 marks · 150 words

    2. (b) "Mindless addiction to Form, ignoring the Substance of the matter, results in rendering of injustice. A perceptive civil servant is one who ignores such literalness and carries out true intent." Examine the above statement with suitable illustrations.

      10 marks · 150 words

    • Integrity under political pressure
    • Public trust
    Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Main) 2024, General Studies IV (opens in a new tab)