The concept has ancient roots, with ideas about righteous governance in texts like the Arthashastra. A formal framework developed during British rule. After independence in 1947, the Constitution emphasized justice, equality, and integrity. Committees and commissions, such as the Santhanam Committee, have recommended improvements to ethical standards over time.

Challenges include:

• •Lack of effective enforcement mechanisms.
• •Political interference in administrative decisions.
• •Low levels of awareness about ethical codes.
• •Complex and lengthy procedures that can encourage corruption.
• •Societal acceptance of minor unethical practices.

The Constitution of India provides the foundation for ethical governance. Article 14 guarantees equality before the law. Article 309 empowers the Parliament and state legislatures to regulate the recruitment and conditions of service of civil servants. The All India Services (Conduct) Rules also play a crucial role.

Initiatives like Mission Karmayogi, launched in 2020, aim to enhance the skills and ethical competence of civil servants. E-governance promotes transparency and reduces corruption. Citizen charters improve service delivery and accountability.

The concept has ancient roots, with ideas about righteous governance in texts like the Arthashastra. A formal framework developed during British rule. After independence in 1947, the Constitution emphasized justice, equality, and integrity. Committees and commissions, such as the Santhanam Committee, have recommended improvements to ethical standards over time.

Challenges include:

• •Lack of effective enforcement mechanisms.
• •Political interference in administrative decisions.
• •Low levels of awareness about ethical codes.
• •Complex and lengthy procedures that can encourage corruption.
• •Societal acceptance of minor unethical practices.

The Constitution of India provides the foundation for ethical governance. Article 14 guarantees equality before the law. Article 309 empowers the Parliament and state legislatures to regulate the recruitment and conditions of service of civil servants. The All India Services (Conduct) Rules also play a crucial role.

Initiatives like Mission Karmayogi, launched in 2020, aim to enhance the skills and ethical competence of civil servants. E-governance promotes transparency and reduces corruption. Citizen charters improve service delivery and accountability.