Civil Services Prep

What are the main components of emotional intelligence (EI)? Can they be learned? Discuss.

Model answer

  1. Discuss the role of ethics and values in enhancing the following three major components of Comprehensive National Power (CNP) viz. human capital, soft power (culture and policies) and social harmony. 10 marks
  2. What does this quotation mean to you “Condemn none: if you can stretch out a helping hand, do so. If not, fold your hands, bless your brothers, and let them go their own way.” – Swami Vivekanand 10 marks
  3. “The current internet expansion has instilled a different set of cultural values which are often in conflict with traditional values.’ Discuss. 10 marks
  4. What does this quotation mean to you “The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.” – Mahatma Gandhi 10 marks
  5. “Hatred is destructive of a person’s wisdom and conscience that can poison a nation’s spirit.’ Do you agree with this view? Justify your answer. 10 marks
  6. What does this quotation mean to you “A system of morality which is based on relative emotional values is a mere illusion, a thoroughly vulgar conception which has nothing sound in it and nothing true.” – Socrates 10 marks