Question 5(a)GS2GS2
Preventive measures play a crucial role in curbing corruption in the long run. In this context, what are the existing preventive mechanisms that aim to prevent corruption? Do you think similar mechanisms should be institutionalized at the organizational level to ensure greater accountability and transparency? (Answer in 150 words)
Main Body
Corruption is a persisting issue leading to personal profit at public expense.
Role of preventive Measures in examples:
1Moral statute, Showcases the inbalance towards Corruption by Citizens Charter
2Enforcement of Laws - Allows for punishment of convicted individuals citing CAG report on 26 scam led to arrests
3Independent judiciary - Allows for adjudging of corruption cases citing Pad hacle court in Jane Sheed case
4Vigilance promotion under laws like Prevention of Corruption Act - helth CVC and Lokpal to investigate cases
Prevention of Comptroller Act - helps CVC and Lokpal to investigate cases
Yes, they should be Institutionalized Benefits:
1Develops ethical backbone of organization citing Code of Ethics of RR
2Promotes culture of honesty and integrity and public service
3Ensures social accountability by whistle blowers and activists
5Mandate of transparent disclosure disincentivizes unfair practices
— Varun Tokas · AIR 117
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Conclusion
Yes, they should be institutionalized Benefits:
(1) Develops ethical backbone of organization citing Code of Ethics of RR
(2) Promotes culture of honesty and integrity and public service
(3) Ensures social accountability by whistle blowers and activists
(5) Mandate of transparent disclosure disincentivizes unfair practices
Hence institutionalization of anti-corruption tools is a step in the right direction for reform
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Topper
Varun Tokas
AIR 1172023
Subject & Paper
GS2GS2
Topic
Governance, Transparency, Accountability and E-governance
Transparency and Accountability
Preventive measures against corruption
Writing Stats
201
Total words
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analytical
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