Case Study: You are the director of a state public service commission. You receive a call from an influential political figure who demands that a specific candidate related to a minister be awarded top interview marks to ensure appointment as Deputy Collector. He hints that rejecting his request will lead to corruption allegations and your unceremonious removal. The candidate in question has performed moderately in the written examination. (a) What are the ethical challenges before the commission head? (b) What steps will you take to safeguard the sanctity of the selection process?