The Bhopal Gas Tragedy
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This case study was compiled from published sources, and is intended to be used as a basis for class discussion. It is not intended to illustrate either effective or ineffective handling of a management situation. Nor is it a primary information source.
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Case Details: |
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| Case Code |
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BECG009 |
For delivery in electronic format: Rs. 500;
For delivery through courier (within India): Rs. 500 + Rs. 25 for Shipping & Handling ChargesThemes
Ethics in Business |
| Case Length |
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09 Pages |
| Period |
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1980-2001 |
| Pub. Date |
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2002 |
| Teaching Note |
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Available |
| Organization |
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Union Carbide
India Limited |
| Industry |
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Chemicals |
| Countries |
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India |
Abstract:
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The case gives an overview of the Bhopal gas tragedy. On
December 3, 1984, poisonous gas leaked from Union Carbide India Limited (UCIL's)
pesticide plant in Bhopal, which killed thousands of people. The case brings out
the ethical issues involved in the disaster.
It discusses in detail the reasons
behind the disaster. The case discusses the role played by Union Carbide
Corporation after the disaster, which seemed to be unethical. It also talks
about the role of the GOI and Madhya Pradesh government in the disaster. The
case is intended for MBA/PGDBM level students as a part of the Business Ethics
Curriculum.
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From the case, students are expected to
understand the ethical issues involved in the Bhopal gas tragedy
and the role played by the governments in the disaster. With the
help of the Theory of Image Restoration, students are expected
to understand how Union Carbide responded to the situation. They
should also analyze how Union Carbide should have responded to
the Bhopal gas tragedy.
Issues:
» Bhopal Gas Tragedy.
» Reaction of the UCIL.
» Role of government in granting permission.
» Failure of safety measures.
» Delay in Justice.
Contents:
Keywords:
Bhopal gas tragedy, December 3, 1984, poisonous gas, Union
Carbide India Limited, UCIL, pesticide plant, Bhopal, ethical, GOI, Madhya
Pradesh, Business Ethics
The Bhopal Gas Tragedy
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