Intrinsic vs Extrinsic Motivation — Current Affairs 2026
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Mission Karmayogi launched for civil service capacity building
September 2020Mission Karmayogi represents a paradigm shift toward competency-based training and performance management, directly addressing the need to enhance intrinsic motivation among civil servants through meaningful skill development and career progression opportunities.
UPSC Angle: Questions often link this initiative to motivation theories, asking candidates to analyze how such reforms can improve administrative effectiveness and ethical behavior
Performance-based incentives introduced in various government schemes
2021-2024The introduction of performance-based incentives in schemes like PM-KISAN and urban development projects reflects the government's attempt to balance extrinsic motivators with intrinsic commitment to public service goals.
UPSC Angle: Case studies often examine whether such incentive structures enhance or undermine intrinsic motivation, requiring candidates to apply theoretical frameworks to practical governance challenges