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Nanditesh Nilay
The writer is the author of Being Good and Aaiye Insaan Banaen. He teaches and trains courses on ethics, values and behaviour
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UPSC Ethics Simplified | How must a police officer choose between a VVIP and a common man at ‘Ram Lalla’ Darshan? Here’s a caseletSubscriber Only
October 19,2025 17:59:54 PM
UPSC Ethics Case Study : When duty meets compassion, a police officer faces a quiet ethical test during a high-pressure situation. This caselet challenges our ideas of responsibility, fulfillment, and what it truly means to serve.
Sun, Oct 19, 2025
How Gandhi can help shape India’s response to US tariffsSubscriber Only
October 02,2025 08:17:10 AM
India need not fear Trump’s rhetoric. Instead, it should embody a politics that refuses to reduce global relationships to ego contests
Thu, Oct 02, 2025
UPSC Ethics Simplified | When the file comes with cash, what should a young DM do?Subscriber Only
September 28,2025 13:50:54 PM
How should a civil servant respond to the first test of power? When young bureaucrats falter under the weight of temptation, Nanditesh Nilay, our ethicist, reminds us of the true meaning of power.
Sun, Sep 28, 2025
UPSC Ethics Simplified | How and why Civil Servants should be ‘enablers’ of growth, not mere ‘regulators’Subscriber Only
September 14,2025 13:47:06 PM
UPSC echoed PM Modi’s call for bureaucrats to be growth enablers in its Civil Services Mains 2025 Ethics question paper. Nanditesh Nilay, our ethicist, discusses this in light of the ethical foundations of civil services.
Sun, Sep 14, 2025
UPSC Mains 2025 Ethics Paper Review: What was the Ethics Paper trying to tell aspirants?Subscriber Only
August 31,2025 15:15:08 PM
UPSC Mains 2025 Ethics paper wasn’t just a test — it was a call for deeper introspection. The questions push aspirants to move beyond rote learning and embrace values, knowledge and competency as a way of life. Here’s a review of what the paper was really trying to say.
Tue, Sep 02, 2025
UPSC Ethics Simplified | Can compassion bridge the gap between humans and animals?Subscriber Only
August 17,2025 13:42:05 PM
UPSC Ethics: In a refreshing shift, today we explore ethics not through theory, but through the power of a story. The author also offers a warning: be prepared to have your ethics tested, especially when viewing simultaneous events through the lens of compassion. Don't miss the post read question.
Wed, Aug 20, 2025
UPSC Ethics Simplified: Why is work-life balance vital for a healthy work culture?Subscriber Only
August 03,2025 16:00:28 PM
UPSC Ethics Paper: Why are work-life balance and leadership’s role in fostering a healthy, productive, and humane work culture essential for work ethics? Ethicist Nanditesh Nilay discusses.
Wed, Aug 06, 2025
UPSC Ethics Simplified | What makes a civil servant ethical?Subscriber Only
July 20,2025 15:51:07 PM
UPSC Mains Ethics GS 4 : What are the foundational values of civil services? Which cardinal values act as 'Kavach-Kundal' (protective armor), and how do they help fulfill the true purpose of public service? Nanditesh Nilay, our ethicist, discusses.
Tue, Jul 22, 2025
UPSC Ethics Simplified | What are the foundational values of civil services? (Part 1)Subscriber Only
July 13,2025 15:07:19 PM
UPSC Mains Ethics GS 4 : The private, professional, and public image of a person — or a civil servant — generally depends on their ethical alignment. So, can universal human values also be considered the cardinal values of civil services? If yes, which ones?
Tue, Jul 15, 2025
UPSC Ethics Simplified | The Prada–Kolhapuri chappals controversy: A case study in ethical brandingSubscriber Only
July 06,2025 15:11:16 PM
Why is it so easy to copy and so difficult to give credit to the people or cultures behind an idea? Nanditesh Nilay discusses trust, credit, cultural integrity, and what it means when ethics are forgotten — as in the case of Prada.
Tue, Jul 08, 2025
UPSC Ethics Simplified: What does IPL offer beyond entertainment, glamour and money?Subscriber Only
June 08,2025 13:14:34 PM
Can sports entertain and enlighten? As RCB lifts the trophy, ethicist Nanaditesh Nilay explores what IPL teaches about values for UPSC minds and cricket fans.
Sun, Jun 08, 2025
UPSC Ethics Simplified: What is patriotism and who embodies it more—soldiers or civilians?Subscriber Only
May 18,2025 17:26:27 PM
If you were asked this question in the UPSC interview—what should come to mind? Ethicist Nanditesh Nilay offers an answer.
Sun, May 18, 2025
Terrorists tried to break the trust, we must not let themSubscriber Only
May 08,2025 07:31:37 AM
Being Indian is about trusting our fellow citizens to lend their shoulder, to help each other out of a crisis, to understand. It is important to remember: Trust will always be stronger than terror
Thu, May 08, 2025
UPSC Ethics Simplified | What does unity truly mean in a world shaken by terrorism?Subscriber Only
May 04,2025 13:19:45 PM
Is our sense of unity strong enough to withstand adversity? Nanditesh Nilay explores this pressing question for UPSC aspirants.
Sun, May 04, 2025
UPSC CSE Results 2024 | A letter for those who didn’t clear UPSC Exam : ‘The longer you stay on the wrong train, the more expensive it is to get home. Choose Plan B’Subscriber Only
April 22,2025 16:43:13 PM
UPSC CSE results aren't just about those who made it—they’re also about those who didn’t. While toppers get the spotlight, Nanditesh Nilay pens a heartfelt note for those who missed their dream job: "Can human talent and brilliance truly be subdued or caged by a single exam?" asks our expert.
Wed, Apr 23, 2025
UPSC Ethics Simplified | What is the cornerstone of judicial integrity?Subscriber Only
April 20,2025 17:48:56 PM
From John Rawls to Thomas Fuller, thinkers have echoed the role of ethics in the house of justice. Nanditesh Nilay asks whether you can see its relevance in the context of contemporary issues—not just for your ethics paper, but for life itself.
Sun, Apr 20, 2025
UPSC Ethics Simplified | Is democracy and fair administration often in conflict?Subscriber Only
March 23,2025 15:10:11 PM
All India Services, State Civil Services, and similar roles are fundamental to bureaucracy and essential for upholding true democracy. So, why does doubt still persist regarding the fairness of administration? Our ethicist, Nanditesh Nilay addresses this pressing question.
Sun, Mar 23, 2025
UPSC Ethics Simplified | What should world leaders know about ethics in International Relations?Subscriber Only
March 09,2025 16:59:23 PM
Ethics in international relations largely depends on the ethical framework under which leaders lead by example. But how should global leadership address war or engage with opposing parties in conflicts? Our ethicist discusses.
Wed, Mar 12, 2025
UPSC Ethics Simplified | Core of the Ranveer Allahbadia row: Who is an Influencer—and who isn’t?Subscriber Only
February 23,2025 17:31:08 PM
Does being an influencer equate to 'Free Thinking' without the core values? Nanditesh Nilay delves into the ethics behind the Ranveer Allahbadia controversy.
Sun, Feb 23, 2025
Lessons from the Ranveer Allahbadia rowSubscriber Only
February 15,2025 07:05:03 AM
These issues need hard conversations between parents and children. We need to ensure that the next generation of the audience knows how to dismiss the next crudity.
Sat, Feb 15, 2025
UPSC Ethics Simplified | Integrity in Finance: Money talks—But what does it say about ethics?Subscriber Only
February 09,2025 14:48:56 PM
Money without ethics is just an empty number. From White House donations to India’s crony capitalism, financial greed is eroding governance. Can we revive Dharma and integrity in finance? 'The answer lies in balancing wealth with ethics—before it's too late,' says our ethics expert.
Sun, Feb 09, 2025
UPSC Ethics Simplified: What should Civil Services aspirants know about constitutional values in contemporary times?Subscriber Only
January 26,2025 17:02:13 PM
An auto driver rushed Saif Ali Khan to safety without payment, showcasing humanity. Would this kindness extend to others? 'It depends on internalizing constitutional values,' explains our ethics expert.
Sun, Jan 26, 2025
UPSC Ethics Simplified | How should spectators behave according to sports ethics?Subscriber Only
January 12,2025 15:28:23 PM
What does sportsmanship mean for all those who are watching a sport? The recently concluded Border-Gavaskar Trophy brings the spotlight back on ethics, not only for sportsmen but also for the spectators. Here is our ethicist's view.
Sun, Jan 12, 2025
UPSC Ethics Simplified | A Civil Servant’s dilemma in tackling air pollution in National Capital Region — the caseletSubscriber Only
December 23,2024 13:11:11 PM
Complying with the superior's order versus protecting the poor on a cold winter night — Samvedan's dilemma may resonate with many civil servants. Have a look and don't miss the ethicist view.
Mon, Dec 23, 2024
UPSC Ethics Simplified | Why applying ethics to air pollution is the need of the hour?Subscriber Only
December 08,2024 13:23:58 PM
'We cannot expect only the Supreme Court to think about the lungs of people. Shouldn't we all think more ethically to remove pollution from the environment?' Nanditesh Nilay insists aspirants to view contemporary issues from an ethical perspective too.
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