Ethics in public administration

1. Which principle emphasizes that public officials should act in the best interest of the community?

A) Public Interest Principle
B) Hierarchy Principle
C) Confidentiality Principle
D) Rule of Law

2. What does it mean to exercise discretion in public administration?

A) Favoring personal connections
B) Ignoring public opinion
C) Acting solely for financial gain
D) Making decisions within legal and ethical boundaries

3. What should public administrators do to address conflicts of interest?

A) Ignore the conflicts
B) Disclose the conflicts to a select few
C) Exploit the conflicts for personal gain
D) Recuse themselves from decision-making

4. What does it mean for public administrators to promote accountability?

A) Avoiding public scrutiny
B) Hiding information from the public
C) Blaming others for mistakes
D) Taking responsibility for their actions

5. Why is it important for public administrators to act with integrity?

A) To avoid accountability
B) To limit public participation
C) To uphold public trust and confidence
D) To gain personal favors

6. What ethical principle guides public administrators to involve citizens in decision-making processes?

A) Participation Principle
B) Efficiency Principle
C) Confidentiality Principle
D) Hierarchy Principle

7. How can public administrators demonstrate accountability?

A) Avoiding public scrutiny
B) Blaming others for mistakes
C) Accepting responsibility for their actions
D) Hiding information from the public

8. Why should public administrators strive for openness and honesty?

A) To manipulate public opinion
B) To minimize transparency
C) To build public trust and credibility
D) To secure personal advantages

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