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QUESTION 8(a)
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10 marks

Discipline generally implies following the order and subordination. However, it may be counter-productive for the organisation. Discuss.

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What the examiner wants

Discuss: answer the exact PYQ as framed — “Discipline generally implies following the order and subordination. However, it may be counter-productive for the organisation. Discuss.” Treat each scoring limb separately instead of writing a general note on Discipline vs Organizational Efficiency.

DiscussExplain the different sides of the issue, use evidence, and finish with a balanced view.

Demand-wise check

  1. 1Discipline generally implies following the order and subordination≈55 words
  2. 2However, it may be counter-productive for the organisation≈55 words

Open in about 20 words and close in about 20.

Answer plan

Interpret the concept/quotationExplain the ethical reasoningUse contrasting examplesConnect to public-service conductBalanced conclusion

Where marks usually go

  • Writing generally about Discipline vs Organizational Efficiency without directly resolving: “Discipline generally implies following the order and subordination.”
  • Under-developing the second scoring limb: “However, it may be counter-productive for the organisation.”

Value addition

  • Value–stakeholder–action triangle or ethics matrix
    → Draw it in the body, next to the point it supports.

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