Code of Conduct

1.       CODE OF CONDUCT FOR CIVIL SERVANTS 

A civil servant bestowed with the privilege and honour to serve the Tsa – Wa – Sum and with confidence and trust reposed in him shall:

1.   Be conversant with and uphold all provisions of the Constitution, Civil Service Bill and BCSR.

2.  Cherish, subscribe and promote the values of Tha-Damtsig and Ley Jumdrey while serving the Tsa -Wa - Sum.

3.  Maintain Driglam Namzha, official decorum and refrain from indulging in excessive gambling or other habits and behavior that affect one’s performance of official duties and / or tarnishes the images of the Civil Service.

4.   Render services with due respect, courtesy, sincerity and to the best of his knowledge and abilities.

5.  Maintain the highest standards of , amongst others, integrity, honesty, fortitude, selflessness, loyalty, right attitude, right aptitude, patriotism and endeavor to maintain professional excellence in the service of theTsa –Wa – Sum

6.  Not misuse his official position and authority.

7.  Maintain confidentiality of official information and decisions.

8.  Ensure efficiency, effectiveness, professionalism, meritocracy and accountability.

9.  Ensure cooperation with the civil service and judicious use of resources.

10. Avoid all forms of discrimination and favour in discharging official responsibilities.

11. Declare and avoid conflict of interests in the process of official decision making and while discharging all the official responsibilities.

12. Not accept, for self or family members, favours, gifts, benefits or donations which can be construed by the authority as affecting the decisions and performance of his duties except as permitted by laws.

13. Not accept titles or decorations from foreign states or organizations without the approval of the Royal Government.

14. Be apolitical, non partisan and not engage in proselytization.

15.  Not engage in sexual harassment.

16. Appear before disciplinary committee or administrative tribunal or Court of Law or other Appellate Authority, as and when summoned.

17. Refrain from unauthorized communication of information, which shall be detrimental to the smooth and efficient functioning of the Government and the prestige, territorial integrity, national security and stability of the kingdom as a sovereign and independent nation.

18. Refrain from making any statement of fact or opinion in any media or in any document which may have adverse effects against policies or actions of the Royal Government.

19. Abstain from indulging in any activities or association that adversely affects an institution, national sovereignty and integrity of the country.

20. Not instigate, involve or participate in a strike, demonstration, marches or other similar activities.

21. Not provide any wrong information to the Government.

22. Not coerce, attempt to coerce, order or advice an individual to pay, lend or contribute anything of value to a party, association, non-government organization (NGO),Agency or person whose activates are prejudicial to the Tsa - Wa – Sum.

23. Not undertake any activity, private trade/commercial activity or additional employment that causes conflict of interest with his official duties and responsibilities.

24. Declare personal assets periodically to the authorities concerned as prescribed by law / rule.

25. Refrain from imbibing intoxicating spirits within the duty premise and refrain from consuming alcoholic drinks after office hours that may affect his normal behavior or endanger the safety of other people. Further, a civil servant shall totally abstain from use of psychotropic or habit-forming drugs, unless prescribe by a competent medical officer.

26. Not victimize or discriminate another civil servant who reports breaches or alleged breaches of the civil service code of conduct and ethics.

27.    Be always proactive especially while delivering services to the public and always make his best efforts in terms of Luengayi sum in all his official duties, in particular, and for the cause of Tsa – Wa – Sum in general.

28. Is in principle on official duties for twenty four hours a day and seven days a week and is accordingly paid for and as such, is liable for call to duty any time. Otherwise, shall generally follow the official working time.

2.  CODE OF CONDUCT FOR TEACHERS

A teachers’ role goes beyond teaching. Being a teacher, one is expected to be true and exemplary guide and a philosopher in steering the learners towards the path of virtue. As an architect, a teacher should take upon the task of righteous nation builder who has the responsibility of not only imparting knowledge but also shaping and building the character of our future citizens.

The best teacher is the one who practices what one preaches. The teachers are governed by certain professional ethics that earn him/her a respect and thus effectively carrying out the educational goals in their true sense. Teachers should therefore act in accordance with the nationally set code of conduct/ethics as outlined here under.

A) With students:                                                      B)   With Colleagues:                                                C)      With parents and community:

·         Set oneself as a role model                                Respect each other’s views and suggestions                                              Be an advisor and a guide

·         Be a friend and guide                                 Work with team spirit and co-operation                                                Respect the views of the parents

·         Be creative and resourceful                           Be helpful in times of needs                                                                Be polite, courteous and approachable.

·         Respect students’ views and feelings       Help in school management                             Maintain harmonious relationship with the community members

·         Be an effective teacher                                   Refrain from groupism                                                                   Refrain from indulging in local politics.

·         Exhibit sense of punctuality                                  Do not misuse the responsibilities

·         Avoid over intimacy and over familiarity

·         Refrain from undesirable habits

·         Abstain from business transactions

·         Do not resort to manhandling

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