It is said that for an ethical work culture, there must be code of ethics in place in every organisation. To ensure value-based and compliance-based work culture, what suitable measures would you adopt in your work place?

Co-drafted code of ethics

A short code framed with staff, drawing on the Nolan principles and the 2nd ARC's report Ethics in Governance (2007), makes values owned rather than imposed.

Leading by example

Refusing gifts and declaring my own conflicts of interest makes value internalisation possible for juniors.

Training and recognition

Case-based iGOT Karmayogi modules build judgment, and public recognition of honest work, like the PM's Awards for Excellence, shows integrity pays.

Clear rules, sure consequences

The CCS (Conduct) Rules, 1964 would be summarised as do's and don'ts, with prompt, proportionate action on breaches.

Safe reporting

A channel modelled on the Whistle Blowers Protection Act, 2014 would protect those who report wrongdoing from reprisal.

Dignity at work

An Internal Complaints Committee under the POSH Act, 2013, rooted in Vishaka (1997), and a time-bound staff grievance system would protect every employee.

Transparency by design

e-Office, suo motu disclosure under Section 4 of the RTI Act and internal audits shrink discretion and expose irregularities early.