QUESTION 4(a)
GS4
10 marks
Distinguish between laws and rules. Discuss the role of ethics in formulating them.
WRITE IN
7 min
150 words
What the examiner wants
Distinguish · Discuss: answer the exact PYQ as framed — “Distinguish between laws and rules. Discuss the role of ethics in formulating them.” Treat each scoring limb separately instead of writing a general note on Law vs Rule.
Distinguish · DiscussAnswer exactly what the question asks.
Demand-wise check
- 1Distinguish between laws and rules≈55 words
- 2Discuss the role of ethics in formulating them≈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 Law vs Rule without directly resolving: “Distinguish between laws and rules.”
- Under-developing the second scoring limb: “Discuss the role of ethics in formulating them.”
Value addition
- Two-column comparison table with a final synthesis row
→ Draw it in the body, next to the point it supports.
Official source anchors
These are authoritative sources selected for this exact PYQ. Where a card is an official-domain anchor rather than a fact-level citation, verify the precise provision, definition or data point on the linked source before using it.
Next: plan for one minute, write it in 7 minutes, then get it checked.