2. Professional ethics
Ensures the dignity and integrity associated with
duties and responsibilities
Provides a framework of principles
3. Code of professional ethics (NCTE, 2010)
1. Obligations towards students
2. Obligations towards parents and society
3. Obligations towards the profession and colleagues
4. Obligations towards students
Treat all students impartially with love and affection
Facilitate student development in all possible
dimensions
Respect dignity of the child
Help child to actualize the potential
Avoiding subjecting child to fear, anxiety, and
harassment
5. Obligations towards parents and society
Establish cordial relationship with parents
Never disrespect the child’s parents
Uphold the composite culture of the nation
Avoid spreading hatred or enmity among different
communities
6. Obligations towards the profession and
colleagues
Strive for continuous professional development
Create a work culture of collaboration
Treat colleagues with respect and dignity
Refrain from private tuition and private teaching
Refrain from accepting gift or favour that might
influence professional decisions
Do not make unsubstantiated allegations about
colleagues and authority