pyq/2018/gs4/4

(a) In doing a good thing, everything is permitted which is not prohibited expressly or by clear implication. Examine the statement with suitable examples in the context of a public servant discharging his/her duties.

(b) With regard to the morality of actions, one view is that means are of paramount importance, and the other view is that the ends justify the means. Which view do you think is more appropriate? Justify your answer.