“Public perception of fairness in administration is as important as actual fairness”. Discuss with reference to vigilance actions. Analyse its impact on institutional credibility
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Q7. “Public perception of fairness in administration is as important as actual fairness”. Discuss with reference to vigilance actions. Analyse its impact on institutional credibility. (10 M)
Difficulty Level: Medium
Reference: Mint
Why the question The Chief Minister’s Special Vigilance Cell in Assam raided civil service officer’s home in Guwahati and recovered ₹92 lakh in cash and jewellery worth approximately ₹2 crore, Key Demand of the question It asks you to discuss why perception of fairness in vigilance actions is as important as actual fairness, and then analyse its impact on institutional credibility and public trust. Structure of the Answer: Introduction: Briefly explain how fairness in administration is both a legal and ethical principle; link to Article 14 and natural justice. Body: Importance of perception of fairness in vigilance actions (transparency, impartiality, trust-building, prevention of misuse). Impact on institutional credibility (legitimacy, deterrence, resilience, global trust, citizen confidence). Conclusion: Emphasise that fairness must be both real and visible for vigilance to sustain democracy and public trust.
Why the question The Chief Minister’s Special Vigilance Cell in Assam raided civil service officer’s home in Guwahati and recovered ₹92 lakh in cash and jewellery worth approximately ₹2 crore,
Key Demand of the question It asks you to discuss why perception of fairness in vigilance actions is as important as actual fairness, and then analyse its impact on institutional credibility and public trust.
Structure of the Answer:
Introduction:
Briefly explain how fairness in administration is both a legal and ethical principle; link to Article 14 and natural justice.
• Importance of perception of fairness in vigilance actions (transparency, impartiality, trust-building, prevention of misuse).
• Impact on institutional credibility (legitimacy, deterrence, resilience, global trust, citizen confidence).
Conclusion:
Emphasise that fairness must be both real and visible for vigilance to sustain democracy and public trust.