GS Mains Model Question

There is a complaint of female molestation against a man who is the son of a major influential political person and there is pressure also from the party to ignore the case or weaken the case .You are an SP in that region. Comment

Model Answer:

a) What will you do?

• My course of action is to follow the law without being pressurized from anyone.
• Knowing the consequences , I will be prepared to be more cautious with my life and that female protection.
• Select honest and courageous police officers for the investigation.

b) What ethical issue involved if you try to weaken the case?

• Not fulfilling my duty as an SP.
• Playing with the modesty of that particular female who is being molested.
• Encouraging the culprit .
• Removing the fear of law from the mind of the influential people.
• Trust breach of the common people.
• Not being transparent.
• Denying the self-less attitude towards my duty.