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:
Prevention of Comptroller Act - helps CVC and Lokpal to investigate cases
Yes, they should be Institutionalized Benefits:
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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