Compassion towards the weaker section of society

• to suffer with another person.

Venkatesham Burra (IAS)

• Self-Help Groups: Aasara
• NGOs:  Ashraya

Prasanth Nair IAS

• Compassionate Kozhikode and Operation Sulimani 

Question

“Public service is recognized on the basis of tolerance and compassion towards the weaker section of the society.” Explain the values of tolerance and compassion in this context. (UPPSC 2019)

Source: The Indian Express

SA8000 certificate

• By Social Accountability International
• social certifications for decent workplaces across all industrial sectors

Facts

• In 2007, Medak district administration became the first government agency in Asia to receive SA8000 certificate
• It was one of the world’s first auditable social certifications for decent workplaces across all industrial sectors

Reference:

• Social Accountability International