Multiple choice

You are supervising a high profile case concerning a land acquisition deal. Despite your sincere efforts, you are being charged by the media with allegations of deliberately ignoring certain evidence.

  1. Resign from your post and request for an internal inquiry into the matter.

  2. Ignore the allegations as you are sure that there has been no mishandling of evidence.

  3. Recommend the matter to the seniors in the department and wait for their response.

  4. Hold a press conference to give an explanation to the media.

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Recommending to seniors (C) follows proper hierarchy and allows for institutional response. Resigning (A) is premature, ignoring allegations (B) doesn't address the crisis, and press conference (D) bypasses protocol. Seniors can provide guidance, support, and official response mechanisms.