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Varun TokasAIR 117· 2023

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)

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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
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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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Varun Tokas

AIR 1172023

Subject & Paper

GS2GS2

Topic

Governance, Transparency, Accountability and E-governance

Transparency and Accountability

Preventive measures against corruption

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analytical

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