Concealing own ideology in mains answer writing

optimist_indian

While studying many of the current Govt policy its apparent that many times the provisions go against liberal and left of the center views. This type of ideology generally preferred by IAS aspirants including me also. For example,i dont like the provisions in surrogacy act, CRZ notifications dilutions, Environment provisions dilutions, IPR policy 2016 where there is hint for succumbing under Big pharma, diluting child labour law in case family venture and so on....
there is chance of criticizing these issue more than appreciating them.(At least in my case) we definitely need to see both sides of the picture.Do we really have to write pro Govt conclusion always?

jal

Whenever someone asks me of ideology issue, I say only one thing- " You are giving this exam for a career, not to serve one particular type of govt or the other. Your advice should be fearless, objective, but must be balanced. It is not that people correcting papers are stooges of Government. They accept criticism. A man cannot be without an ideology. But It must not be extreme or regressive"

DepartedMisanthrope

Just lie. Smart people don't get into power by telling the real things. Just look at politicians. You must know what to say and what not to say.

GentleGiant6

I think you should present all sides to the issue. Be "Multidimensional ".Start with what is out in public domain.Then move on to stakeholders.Analyse the issue from the lense of each stakeholder group.(People,private companies,government bodies etc.)Then move on to a systemic view.Mention how it may effect the political economy,enviornment,society,public spirit etc.

After you have described it then suggest a course of action/pros and cons/your own view /solutions /way forward.

Criticize but make sure you have a solution to the problem, like the light at the end of a tunnel ,give it a positive twist.And when you criticize make sure you give hard facts or data behind your reasoning.Hollow criticism is worthless.

I think its best not to adopt a particular ideology as it may backfire.

Giving a wholesome analysis with your own views and a course of action for troubling situations is best.

fieryfiesta

I think you should present all sides to the issue. Be "Multidimensional ".Start with what is out in public domain.Then move on to stakeholders.Analyse the issue from the lense of each stakeholder group.(People,private companies,government bodies etc.)Then move on to a systemic view.Mention how it may effect the political economy,enviornment,society,public spirit etc.

After you have described it then suggest a course of action/pros and cons/your own view /solutions /way forward.

Criticize but make sure you have a solution to the problem, like the light at the end of a tunnel ,give it a positive twist.And when you criticize make sure you give hard facts or data behind your reasoning.Hollow criticism is worthless.

I think its best not to adopt a particular ideology as it may backfire.

Giving a wholesome analysis with your own views and a course of action for troubling situations is best.

+1

jal

I think you should present all sides to the issue. Be "Multidimensional ".Start with what is out in public domain.Then move on to stakeholders.Analyse the issue from the lense of each stakeholder group.(People,private companies,government bodies etc.)Then move on to a systemic view.Mention how it may effect the political economy,enviornment,society,public spirit etc.

After you have described it then suggest a course of action/pros and cons/your own view /solutions /way forward.

Criticize but make sure you have a solution to the problem, like the light at the end of a tunnel ,give it a positive twist.And when you criticize make sure you give hard facts or data behind your reasoning.Hollow criticism is worthless.

I think its best not to adopt a particular ideology as it may backfire.

Giving a wholesome analysis with your own views and a course of action for troubling situations is best.

+2

optimist_indian

Thanks guys

Indian_Cheetah

Being a bit to the right of centre is a safe option. Fits well with the practical/popular approach and also with age group of examiners. Left usually ends up sounding idealist, pessimist or utopian!!