Notes and Study material for Exams
Whistleblower Protection and the Fight against Corruption Whistleblower protection is essential to encourage the reporting of misconduct, fraud and corruption. The risk of corruption is significantly heightened in environments where the reporting of wrongdoing is not supported or protected. This applies to both public and private sector environments, especially in cases of bribery: Protecting … Read more
The Imperative of Transparency in Modern Governance and Business The 21st century has witnessed a dramatic shift in the global landscape, driven by technological advancements, interconnectedness, and a growing demand for accountability. In this context, transparency has emerged as a cornerstone of good governance and responsible business practices. This article delves into the multifaceted imperative … Read more
The Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) is a landmark institution. By the middle of the 1960s the Central Government felt that drastic action needs to be taken against pervasiveness of Corruption. The jurisdiction of the CVC spreads over the Union Government employees, employees of all public undertakings, numerous other corporate bodies. The jurisdiction of the CVC … Read more
United Nations Convention against Corruption The United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC) is a landmark, international anti-corruption treaty adopted by the UN General Assembly in October 2003. It represents a remarkable achievement: a global response to a global problem. With 181 countries bound by UNCAC so far (as of 4 May 2017), it is … Read more
The Lokayukta: A Beacon of Accountability in a Democratic Landscape The Lokayukta, a unique institution in India’s constitutional framework, stands as a symbol of transparency and accountability in governance. This independent body, empowered to investigate allegations of corruption against public officials, plays a crucial role in upholding the integrity of the state and ensuring public … Read more
Lokpal And Redressel Of Citizens Grievances:- Introduction: The central theme of Democracy is that the ruler is accountable to the rules of all sorts of activities and policies. This has arisen due to the fact that the modern states are populous. Because of this and other reasons the Direct Democracy of ancient Greek city-states or … Read more
The Lokpal & Lokayuktas Act: A Comprehensive Overview The Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013, is a landmark legislation in India aimed at combating corruption and ensuring accountability within the government. This act establishes independent institutions, the Lokpal at the national level and Lokayuktas at the state level, to investigate and prosecute corruption cases involving public … Read more
Corruption is widespread in India. India has been ranked 79th out of 176 countries in Transparency International’s 2012 corruption perception index (CPI). Corruption has taken the role of a pervasive aspect of Indian Politics and Bureaucracy. The economy of India was under socialist. Inspired policies for an entire generation from the 1950s until the 1980s. … Read more
National integration has been a very serious and prominent challenge in all the developing countries including India. For a proper analysis of the concept of national integration it is necessary to know the meaning of certain concepts. The first and foremost concept is the term integration itself which may be defined as “a process of … Read more
The Prevention of Corruption Act: A Comprehensive Look at India’s Anti-Graft Legislation The Prevention of Corruption Act (PCA), 1988, is a cornerstone of India’s legal framework aimed at combating corruption. This comprehensive legislation, encompassing various provisions to prevent, detect, and punish corrupt practices, has undergone several amendments over the years to address evolving challenges and … Read more