What is prohibited between cadre and trainees?

• A. Any personal or sexual relationships
• B. Professional mentorship
• C. Friendly conversations
• D. Constructive feedback

Answer: (A)

Maintaining clear boundaries between cadre and trainees is essential because those in training are under authority and supervision. Personal or sexual relationships cross professional lines and can create real or perceived coercion, favoritism, or harassment, which undermines trust, fairness, and the integrity of the training environment. Prohibiting these relationships helps ensure evaluations, opportunities, and mentorship are based on performance and conduct, not personal entanglements. Other interactions—professional mentorship within official duties, friendly but appropriate conversations, and constructive feedback—are legitimate and necessary for growth when kept professional and focused on training goals. So, personal or sexual relationships are not appropriate in this context, while the other forms of interaction support development when conducted professionally.