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· The above case is about Rameshwar, who has discovered that various malpractices such as diversion of funds, abuse of power and use of illegitimate means in exams are happening in the department where he is posted. However, he has been advised to turn a blind eye towards the same.
· An evaluation of the various options available to Rameshwar, follows:
1. Option 1- Approach seniors with a formal report of all the malpractices and take action to the extent possible at your designation.
Merits
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Demerits
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Respecting lines of authority
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May have bad repercussions for career
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Taking seniors into confidence
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Fulfilling duty obligations by taking action
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Not giving in to malpractices
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2. Option 2- Take action against the malpractices to the best of your capacity
Merits
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Demerits
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Fulfilling duty obligations by taking action
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Not Respecting lines of authority
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Not giving in to malpractices
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Not Taking seniors into confidence
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Exhibiting courage and fortitude
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May have bad repercussions for career
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3. Option 3- Report the malpractices to the media to bring them out to the public
Merits
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Demerits
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Fulfilling obligation to serve public interest and maintain transparency
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Breach of trust of organisation
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Not giving in to malpractices
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Not Respecting lines of authority
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Exhibiting courage and fortitude
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Not Taking seniors into confidence
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May have bad repercussions for career
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4. Option 4- Letting things be- not taking any action
Merits
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Demerits
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Avoids any personal harm
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Not Fulfilling duty obligations to check wrongdoings
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giving in to malpractices and not catering to public interest
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Exhibiting lack of courage and fortitude
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Shows lack of initiative
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