| ID | 118321 |
| Title Proper | Falling standard of values in the army |
| Other Title Information | dilution of norms is the root cause |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Suman, Mrinal |
| Publication | 2013. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | As human beings are a product of their environment and society, their interpretation of morals, ethics and value system differ. In a traditional culture like ours, attitudes are moulded by long-established practices, rituals and conventions. Group cohesion is a battle winning factor for a military. The Indian Army recruits officers and men from all parts of the country with diverse value systems and attitudes. It is well nigh impossible to weave them into a cohesive group without bringing them on to a common grid of conduct. Instead of attempting to supplant their concepts of morality, ethics and righteousness, it is considered wiser to steer their conduct through a set of organizational norms. Norms are well-evolved and time-tested rules that act as rational and judicious guiding principles. They must be followed diligently for the continued good health of a military. |
| `In' analytical Note | Journal of Defence Studies Vol. 7, No.2; Apr-Jun 2013: p.27-34 |
| Journal Source | Journal of Defence Studies Vol. 7, No.2; Apr-Jun 2013: p.27-34 |
| Key Words | Army ; Ethics ; Traditional Culture ; Indian Army Recruits Officers ; India ; Organizational Norms |