Hi, I recently attempted my first AWA Issue task. I was pressed on time towards the end and was unable to proof read the passage. I am sharing the raw form of what I could generate in exactly 30 mins. Could someone have a look and analyse the passage for me? This would be super helpful for my preparation.

Task:

Although sound moral judgment is an important characteristic of an effective leader, it is not as important as a leader’s ability to maintain the respect of his or her peers.

Response:

Sound moral judgement is one of the core values posessed by great leaders.

Almost certainly all change makers in history have possessed a strong sense of moral judgement. Starting from Nelson Mandela who fought for the rights of African-American people to Mahatma Gandhi who tirelessly spent his life fighting to decolonize India, there are numerous examples of leaders who have fought the odds to stand up for what they believe in. These are leaders who have left a mark on the world. They are truly remembered, respeted and idolized till date. Despite the resistance they faced from peers or opositions during their years of stuggles, they stuck to their moral group and that is what has made them so great in our eyes today.

The respect of peers and masses is shortlived. A true leader is someone who is a visionary. He or she sees what others may not be able to at a given point. Therefore, for te larger good of the society or an organization, it is important for leaders to hold their moral ground and work for the greater good of those around them. One such example is of social activists, who always stand up for the rights of minorities. While they face resistance from people around then for being too outspoken, they gain popularity and understanding of others as they continue to stand up for the right thing.

Having said that, it is import to note that facing resistance can sometimes make a leader weak and force them to perform less than their true potential. However, a real leader or a true hero remains someone who holds his or her moral ground and value.

Therefore, sound moral judgment is definitely the most important characteristic of an effective leader.