Ethics and Corruption in Public Service

What is bribery?

• Misuse of power to exploit others

• Offering or receiving something of value to influence decisions

• Stealing funds entrusted for public service

• Deliberate deception for personal gain

Which form of corruption involves payments to expedite services?

• Kickbacks

• Extortion

• Speed money

• Influence peddling

What is embezzlement?

• Using personal connections for unfair advantages

• Misappropriation of funds entrusted to one's care

• Threatening individuals for money

• Accepting payments to speed up processes

Nepotism refers to:

• Favoring family for positions or benefits

• Coercing individuals for personal gain

• Manipulating financial records for profit

• Selling connections for personal advantages

What does "influence peddling" mean?

• Embezzling public funds

• Using connections to manipulate decision-making for personal gain

• Coercing others through threats

• Favoring political supporters

The Greek word "ethos" refers to:

• Culture and traditions

• Moral courage

• Custom, habit, character, or disposition

• Ethical dilemmas

Which branch of ethics is concerned with applying moral principles to everyday problems?

• Metaethics

• Applied Ethics

• Normative Ethics

• Social Ethics

In the context of public service, what is the core idea of "Public Office as Public Trust"?

• Encouraging political neutrality

• Upholding personal interests over public good

• Prioritizing public welfare over personal gain

• Promoting social justice and equality

Which ethical theory is based on maximizing overall happiness?

• Deontology

• Virtue Ethics

• Social Contract Theory

• Utilitarianism

RA 6713 promotes:

• Public official immunity

• High standards of ethics in public service

• Privatization of public offices

• Separation of powers