Role of Ethics in Public Service

1. : What is the main role of ethics in public service?
(A) To maximize personal gain
(B) To guide fairness, honesty, and integrity in serving the public
(C) To avoid accountability
(D) To promote favoritism

2. : Which of the following is an ethical principle for public servants?
(A) Nepotism
(B) Transparency
(C) Corruption
(D) Discrimination

3. : Public servants are expected to make decisions that are:
(A) Based only on personal interests
(B) In favor of family and friends
(C) Fair, impartial, and in the best interest of society
(D) Secret and unaccountable

4. : The code of conduct for public service usually emphasizes:
(A) Honesty, accountability, and respect for law
(B) Political favoritism
(C) Misuse of authority
(D) Personal enrichment

5. : Which of the following is an example of unethical behavior in public service?
(A) Accepting bribes for favors
(B) Ensuring equal access to services
(C) Reporting corruption
(D) Protecting public funds

6. : Ethics in public service ensures:
(A) Corruption and abuse of power
(B) Public trust and confidence in governance
(C) Unfair decision-making
(D) Lack of accountability

7. : Which value is central to ethical public service?
(A) Greed
(B) Integrity
(C) Secrecy
(D) Favoritism