SECTION-I

A set of items pertaining to your attitude towards religious orientation and owning material things is given below. 1. I am very religious. 2. My religion is very important to me 3. I believe in God 4. I enjoy reading about my religion 5. It doesnt much matter what I believe so long as I am good 6. It is important to me to spend time in private thought and prayer 7. I have often had a strong sense of Gods presence 8. I try hard to live all my life according to my religious beliefs 9. Although I am religious, I dont let it affect my daily life 10. My whole approach to life is based on my religion 11. Although I believe in my religion, many other things are more important in life 12. I go to religious service because it helps me to make friends 13. I pray mainly to gain relief and protection 14. What religion offers me most is comfort in times of trouble and sorrow 15. Prayer is for peace and happiness 16. I go to religious services mostly to spend time with my friends 17. I go to religious services mainly because I enjoy seeing people I know there 18. I admire people who own expensive homes, cars, and clothes 19. Some of the most important achievements in life include acquiring material possessions. 20. I don't place much emphasis on the amount of material objects people own as a sign of success. 21. The things I own say a lot about how well I'm doing in life. 22. I like to own things that impress people. 23. I don't pay much attention to the material objects other people own. 24. I usually buy only the things I need. 25. I try to keep my life simple, as far as possessions are concerned. 26. The things I own aren't all that important to me. 27. I enjoy spending money on things that aren't practical. 28. Buying things gives me a lot of pleasure. 29. I like a lot of luxury in my life. 30. I put less emphasis on material things than most people I know. 31. I have all the things I really need to enjoy life. 32. My life would be better if I owned certain things I don't have. 33. I wouldn't be any happier if I owned nicer things. 34. I'd be happier if I could afford to buy more things. 35. It sometimes bothers me quite a bit that I can't afford to buy all the things I'd like

SECTION II Please indicate your level of agreement with the following statements.

1. Never tell anyone the real reason you did something unless it is useful to do so. 2. The best way to handle people is to tell them what they want to hear. 3. One should take action only when sure it is morally right. 4. Most people are basically good and kind. 5. It is safest to assume that all people have a vicious streak and it will come out when given the chance. 6. Honesty is the best policy in all cases. 7. There is no excuse for lying to someone else. 8. Generally speaking, people will not work hard unless they are forced to do so. 9. All in all, it is better to be humble and honest than to be important and dishonest. 10. When you ask someone to do something for you, it is best to give the real reasons for wanting it rather than giving reasons which carry more weight. 11. People who get ahead in the world lead clean, moral lives. 12. Anyone who completely trusts others is asking for big trouble. 13. The biggest difference between criminals and others is that the criminals are stupid enough to get caught. 14. Most people are brave. 15. It is wise to flatter important people. 16. It is possible to be good in all respects. 17. Manoj was wrong when he said that there is a sucker born every minute. 18. It is hard to get ahead without cutting corners. 19. People suffering from incurable diseases should have the choice of being put painlessly to death. 20. Most people forget more easily the death of their father than the loss of their property

SECTION-III Please indicate your level of agreement with the following statements.

1. A person should make certain that their actions never intentionally harm another even to a small degree. 2. Risks to another should never be tolerated, irrespective of how small the risks might be. 3. The existence of potential harm to others is always wrong, irrespective of the benefits to be gained. 4. One should never psychologically or physically harm another.

5. One should not perform an action which might in any way threaten the dignity and welfare of another individual. 6. If an action could harm an innocent other, then it should not be done. 7. Deciding whether or not to perform an act by balancing the positive consequences of the act against the negative consequences of the act is immoral. 8. The dignity and welfare of people should be the most important concern in any society. 9. It is never necessary to sacrifice the welfare of others. 10. Moral actions are those which closely match ideals of the most perfect action. 11. There are no ethical principles that are so important that they should be a part of any code of ethics. 12. What is ethical varies from one situation and society to another. 13. Moral standards should be seen as being individualistic; what one person considers to be moral may be judged to be immoral by another person. 14. Different types of moralities cannot be compared as to rightness. 15. What is ethical for everyone can never be resolved since what is moral or immoral is up to the individual. 16. Moral standards are simply personal rules which indicate how a person should behave, and are not to be applied in making judgments of others. 17. Ethical considerations in interpersonal relations are so complex that individuals should be allowed to formulate their own individual codes. 18. Rigidly codifying an ethical position that prevents certain types of action stands in the way of better human relations and adjustment. 19. No rule concerning lying can be formulated; whether a lie is permissible or not is totally depends on the situation. 20. Whether a lie is judged to be moral or immoral depends on the circumstances surrounding the action.

SECTION IV

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Reflect on the following statements about business attitudes and indicate your level of agreement by choosing the appropriate radio-button option provided against each statement.

1. The only moral of business is making money. 2. A person who is doing well in business does not have to worry about moral problems. 3. Every business person acts according to moral principles, whether he/she is aware of it or not. 4. Act according to the law, and you can't go wrong morally. 5. Ethics in business is basically an adjustment between expectations and the way people behave.

6. Business decisions involve a realistic economic attitude and not a moral philosophy. 7. Moral values are irrelevant to the business world. 8. The lack of public confidence in the ethics of business people is not justified. 9. Business ethics is a concept for public relations only. 10. The business world today is not different from what it used to be in the past. There is nothing new under the sun. 11. Competitiveness and profitability are independent values (exist on their own). 12. Conditions of a free economy will serve best the needs of society. Limiting competition can only hurt society and actually violates basic natural laws. 13. As a consumer when making an auto insurance claim, I try to get as much as possible regardless of the extent of the damage. 14. While shopping at the supermarket, it is appropriate to switch price tags or packages. 15. As an employee, I take office supplies home; it doesn't hurt anyone. 16. I view sick days as vacation days that I deserve. 17. Employee wages should be determined according to the laws of supply and demand. 18. The main interest of shareholders is maximum return on their investment. 19. George says of himself, "I work long, hard hours and do a good job, but it seems to me that other people are progressing faster. But I know my efforts will pay off in the end." Yes, George works hard, but he's not realistic. 20. For every decision in business the only question I ask is, "Will it be profitable?" If yes, I will act accordingly, if not, it is irrelevant and a waste of time. 21. In my grocery store every week I raise the price of a certain product and mark it on sale." There is nothing wrong with doing this. 22. A business person can't afford to get hung up on ideals. 23. If you want a specific goal, you have got to take the necessary means to achieve it. 24. The business world has its own rules. 25. A good business person is a successful business person. 26. I would rather have truth and personal responsibility than unconditional love and belongingness. 27. True morality is first and foremost self-interested. 28. Self-sacrifice is immoral. 29. You can judge a person according to his work and his dedication. 30. You should not consume more than you produce. 31. Many businesses try to take advantage of customers. 32. Most products are not as durable as they should be. 33. Most companies are concerned about their customers. 34. In general, I am satisfied with most of the product I buy. 35. What most products claim to do and what they actually do are different things. 36. The business community has helped raise our countrys standard of living

SECTION-V q10 The following items elicit your level of agreement on the role of ethics and social responsibility of business in the society. Please indicate your level of agreement by
selecting a corresponding radio-button provided against each statement.

1. If the survival of a business enterprise is at stake, then you must forget about ethics and social responsibility. 2. If the stockholders are unhappy, nothing else matters. 3. The most important concern for a firm is making a profit, even if it means bending or breaking the rules. 4. To remain competitive in a global environment, business firms will have to disregard ethics and social responsibility. 5. Efficiency is much more important to a firm than whether or not the firm is seen as ethical or socially responsible. 6. Although output quality is essential to corporate success, ethics and social responsibility are not. 7. The ethics and social responsibility of a firm is essential to its long-term profitability. 8. Business ethics and social responsibility are critical to the survival of a business enterprise. 9. The overall effectiveness of a business can be determined to a great extent by the degree to which it is ethical and socially responsible. 10. Communication is more important to the overall effectiveness of an organization than whether it is concerned with ethics and social responsibility. 11. Social responsibility and profitability can be compatible. 12. Good ethics is often good business. 13. Business has a social responsibility beyond making a profit. 14. Corporate planning and goal setting sessions should include discussions of ethics and social responsibility. 15. Being ethical and socially responsible is the most important thing a firm can do. 16. The overall effectiveness of a business can be determined to a great extent by the degree to which it is ethical and socially responsible. 17. A firms first priority should be employee morale SECTION VI In this section, we provide four scenarios involving some business happenings and the action taken by the businessman. Scenario-1

An automobile salesman is told by a customer that a serious engine problem exists with a trade-in. However, because of his desire to make the sale, he does not inform the used car appraiser at the dealership, and the problem is not identified. Please indicate your level of agreement to the following statement: The above scenario above involves an ethical problem Action taken: The salesman closes the deal that includes the trade-in. Please indicate your level of agreement to the following statement: I would act in the same manner as the salesman did in the above scenario.

Scenario-2: A young man, recently hired as a salesman for a local retail store, has been working very hard to favorably impress his boss with his selling ability. At times, this young man, anxious for an order, has been a little over-eager. To get the order, he exaggerates the value of the item or withholds relevant information concerning the product he is trying to sell. No fraud or deceit is intended by his actions, he is simply over-eager. Please indicate your level of agreement to the following statement: The above scenario above involves an ethical problem Action taken: The owner of the retail store is aware of this salesman's actions, but has done nothing to stop such practice. Please indicate your level of agreement to the following statement: I would act in the same manner as the owener of the store did in the above scenario.

Scenario-3: Sets of a well-known brand of "good" china dinnerware are advertised on sale at a considerable discount by a local retailer. Several patterns of a typical 45-piece service for eight are listed. The customer my also buy any "odd" pieces which are available in stock (for instance, a butter dish, a gravy bowl, etc.). The ad does not indicate, however, that these patterns have been discontinued by the manufacturer. Please indicate your level of agreement to the following statement: "The scenario above involves an ethical problem" Action taken: The retailer offers this information only if the customer directly asks if the merchandise is discontinued. Please indicate your level of agreement to the following statement: I would act in the same manner as the retailer did in the above scenario. Scenario-4:

A person bought a new car from a franchised automobile dealership in the local area. Eight months after the car was purchased, he began having problems with the transmission. He took the car back to the dealer, and some minor adjustments were made. During the next few months he continually had a similar problem with the transmission slipping. Each time the dealer made only minor adjustments on the car. Again, during the 13th month after the car had been bought, the man returned to the dealer because the transmission still was not functioning properly. At this time, the transmission was completely overhauled. Please indicate your level of agreement to the following statement: The scenario above involves an ethical problem Action taken: Since the warranty was for only 1 year (12 months from the date of purchase), the dealer charged the full price for parts and labor. Please indicate your level of agreement to the following statement: I would act in the same manner as the dealer did in the above scenario.

SECTION- VII In this section, we provide you six general items pertaining to yourself. Please indicate your level of agreement to each of the items 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. There have been occasions when I took advantage of someone. I sometimes try to get even rather than forgive and forget. At times I have really insisted on having things my own way. I like to gossip at times. I have never deliberately said something that hurt someones feelings. Im always willing to admit when I make a mistake.

SECTION VIII In order to find out how respondents with demographic profiles are different with respect to their response, we would like to know your:
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Gender Age Occupation Your current job title / designation Your status in the organization Your Total Work Experience Total Family Monthly Income

Construct 1 Religious Orientation Construct 2 Regard for ethical and social responsibility Construct 3 Ethics and moral standards are at individual level. Construct 4 Any gain at the expense of others is always wrong. Construct 5 Less Materialist behavior Construct 6 Religion not as a means to socialize Construct 7 Compatibility between business and ethics Construct 8 Business as explotative entity Construct 9 Satisfied life Contruct 10 Honesty Cons 11 Simple life Cons 12 Ethics are essential for business sustainability. Cons 13 Faith in business.

1) Religious Orientation & Religion not as a means to socialize => Regard for ethical and social responsibility Dependent Variable: ESOR_Tot Predictors: (Constant) : Religion_No_Social_Tot, ReligiousOrientation_Tot 2) Compatibility between business and ethics & Ethics are essential for business sustainability. Dependent Variable: ESOR_Tot Predictors: (Constant), EEFB_Tot, Bus_Ethics_Tot 3) Less Materialist behaviour, Satisfied life and Simple life => Regard for ethical and social resposnsibility Dependent Variable: ESOR_Tot Predictors: (Constant), SimpleLife_Tot, LessMaterial_Tot, Sat_Life_Tot 4) Ethics and moral standards are at individual level=> Regard for ethical and social resposnsibility Dependent Variable: ESOR_Tot Predictors: (Constant), E_M_Tot 5) Less Materialist behaviour=> Regard for ethical and social resposnsibility Dependent Variable: ESOR_Tot Predictors: (Constant), LessMaterial_Tot 6) Sensitivity towards others and Ethics are essential for business sustainability => Regard for ethical and social responsibility Dependent Variable: ESOR_Tot Predictors: (Constant), EEFB_Tot, Senstivity_Tot

7) Business as exploitative entity => Regard for ethical and social responsibility Dependent Variable: ESOR_Tot Predictors: (Constant), Bus_Explo_Tot

8) Honesty and Faith in business => Regard for ethical and social resposnsibility Dependent Variable: ESOR_Tot Predictors: (Constant), FIB_Tot, Hon_Tot