> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.upscprep.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # UPSC Mains Daily Answer Writing - 9 November (GS 4) - URL: https://www.upscprep.com/upsc-mains-daily-answer-writing-9-november-gs-4/ - Published: 2023-11-09T04:30:44.000Z - Updated: 2023-11-09T04:30:43.000Z - Author: UPSCprep.com - Tags: UPSC Mains Daily Answer Writing ## **Questions** **Q1\. (a) What really matters for success, character, happiness and lifelong achievements is a definite set of emotional skills – your EQ – not just purely cognitive abilities that are measured by conventional IQ tests. Do you agree with this view? Give reasons in support of your answer. (10)** **(b) Differentiate moral intuition from moral reasoning with suitable examples. (10)** --- ### Model Solutions **Q1\. (a) What really matters for success, character, happiness and lifelong achievements is a definite set of emotional skills – your EQ – not just purely cognitive abilities that are measured by conventional IQ tests. Do you agree with this view? Give reasons in support of your answer. (10)** ![](https://lh7-us.googleusercontent.com/wHFEOrfphQKr-dmt9Rjr3YdmLCNQjVdytIZpgQK0LxVDhnkJEgbZAUPALpEL37brg8jnsfRqcp3IX67vSKEfwWPTYPgfpiPzkDMmnzZRGULt-f9pL-OZjfL7dEF4dMwzaSzPlyj76ucGI8g6a6fz3a1OonhiUD7z1oWSx2LMT2BQ4ZusDbfb7J2BYo_SqRY) **Introduction** - Emotional Quotient (EQ) is the level of a person's emotional intelligence - Emotional intelligence (EI) is an ability to perceive, assess and manage emotions of oneself and others. **Main Body** **Reasons in agreement of the view:** - **Success:** In Personal and professional life EQ is identified as an important factor. It plays a pivotal role in leadership, teamwork, communication, and conflict resolution. For eg: Steve jobs, Narayan Murthy, Dr Kalam etc - **Character:** EQ promotes ethical values like integrity, honesty, compassion etc. This helps in building character. For eg: Mahatma Gandhi, Nelson Mandela - EQ can build a strong character in civil servant to proactively handle the situation for example- Iqbal Singh Chahal's responsiveness to COVID outbreak in mumbai - **Happiness:** - “Happiness is not something ready-made. It comes from your own actions” -Dalai Lama. - EQ builds positive attitude and helps in managing stress - **Lifelong achievements:** The quality of perseverance is required to achieve lifelong success. For eg: Michael Jordan, former professional basketball player You can write 2-3 points on importance of IQ but purely IQ can not help in achieving everything that matter in life **Conclusion** - Quote “Emotional intelligence, more than any other factor, more than I.Q. or expertise, accounts for 85% to 90% of success at work. I.Q is a threshold competence. You need it, but it doesn't make you a star. Emotional intelligence can.” - Warren G. Bennis - Generic balanced conclusion: Cognitive abilities measured by IQ tests are crucial but not the sole factors for success and happiness. --- **(b) Differentiate moral intuition from moral reasoning with suitable examples. (10)** **Introduction** - Moral intuition and moral reasoning are two important processes of decision making. Moral intuition is subjective and depends upon a person's ethical dispositions whereas moral reasoning involves detailed analysis. **Main Body** **Differences** | **Moral intuition** | **Moral reasoning** | | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Moral intuition refers to the immediate, **gut-level judgments** or reactions individuals have about what is morally right or wrong without engaging in conscious, deliberate reasoning. For eg- Mahatma Gandhi on his visit to Kalighat temple in Kolkata lamented animal sacrifice on the basis of his moral intuition. | Moral reasoning involves a **conscious, deliberate cognitive process** where individuals analyze, evaluate, and weigh various ethical principles and arguments before arriving at a moral judgment or decision. | | It relies on quick, automatic, and **emotionally-driven responses** to moral dilemmas. For eg: standing against wrongdoing in a society for eg: Molestation of woman on the street | It requires individuals to **consider moral principles, ethical theories**, and the consequences of their actions. For eg: Charity, donation etc | | Shaped by one's **upbringing, culture**, and personal values | Moral reasoning often involves a **step-by-step evaluation of moral dilemmas.** | | Moral intuitions tend to be **swift and emotionally charged**. | Moral reasoning is slower, **analytical, and logic-based**. | | They **may not always align with rational or logical analysis**, and individuals may find it challenging to explain why they feel a certain way about a moral issue. | It involves a systematic examination of ethical principles and often leads to **well-justified and defensible moral judgments.** | **Conclusion** - Moral intuition is based on quick emotional responses, while moral reasoning involves a thoughtful analysis of ethical principles and consequences. - Each approach has its benefits and limitations and can be used based on the specific moral situation. ---