{"id":29625,"date":"2024-02-24T08:20:14","date_gmt":"2024-02-24T08:20:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/?p=29625"},"modified":"2024-02-24T08:20:16","modified_gmt":"2024-02-24T08:20:16","slug":"corruption-is-the-manifestation-of-the-failure-of-core-values-in-the-society-in-your-opinion-what-measures-can-be-adopted-to-uplift-the-core-values-in-the-society","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/corruption-is-the-manifestation-of-the-failure-of-core-values-in-the-society-in-your-opinion-what-measures-can-be-adopted-to-uplift-the-core-values-in-the-society\/","title":{"rendered":"\u201cCorruption is the manifestation of the failure of core values in the society.\u201d In your opinion, what measures can be adopted to uplift the core values in the society?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/upsc-gs-advance-and-mentorship-program-ampcsat?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Link&amp;utm_campaign=GS+Advanced\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Attempt-our-Daily-Weekly-Current-Affairs-Quiz-now-8.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43397\" srcset=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Attempt-our-Daily-Weekly-Current-Affairs-Quiz-now-8.png 1280w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Attempt-our-Daily-Weekly-Current-Affairs-Quiz-now-8-1170x274.png 1170w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Attempt-our-Daily-Weekly-Current-Affairs-Quiz-now-8-585x137.png 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Corruption, a ubiquitous menace, thrives where the moral fabric of society weakens. It is the ominous outcome of a society&#8217;s failure to uphold its core values. When integrity, honesty, and accountability erode, corruption seeps into the very foundation of governance, commerce, and interpersonal relationships. To combat this scourge, it becomes imperative to rejuvenate the core values that underpin societal harmony and progress. Embracing transparency, fostering ethical leadership, promoting education and awareness, and enforcing stringent laws are indispensable measures in uplifting the core values of integrity, honesty, and accountability within society. Through concerted efforts, we can aspire to build a world where corruption finds no fertile ground to take root, and where the virtues of integrity and accountability flourish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d3e9e6e4ac1\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d3e9e6e4ac1\"  \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/corruption-is-the-manifestation-of-the-failure-of-core-values-in-the-society-in-your-opinion-what-measures-can-be-adopted-to-uplift-the-core-values-in-the-society\/#Answer\" title=\"Answer\">Answer<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/corruption-is-the-manifestation-of-the-failure-of-core-values-in-the-society-in-your-opinion-what-measures-can-be-adopted-to-uplift-the-core-values-in-the-society\/#Corruption_as_the_Manifestation_of_the_Failure_of_Core_Values_in_Society\" title=\"Corruption as the Manifestation of the Failure of Core Values in Society&nbsp;\">Corruption as the Manifestation of the Failure of Core Values in Society&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/corruption-is-the-manifestation-of-the-failure-of-core-values-in-the-society-in-your-opinion-what-measures-can-be-adopted-to-uplift-the-core-values-in-the-society\/#Measures_required_for_uplifting_the_core_values_of_the_society\" title=\"Measures required for uplifting the core values of the society&nbsp;\">Measures required for uplifting the core values of the society&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/corruption-is-the-manifestation-of-the-failure-of-core-values-in-the-society-in-your-opinion-what-measures-can-be-adopted-to-uplift-the-core-values-in-the-society\/#In_case_you_still_have_your_doubts_contact_us_on_9811333901\" title=\"In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;\">In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/corruption-is-the-manifestation-of-the-failure-of-core-values-in-the-society-in-your-opinion-what-measures-can-be-adopted-to-uplift-the-core-values-in-the-society\/#Visit_our_YouTube_Channel_%E2%80%93_here\" title=\"Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211;&nbsp;here\">Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211;&nbsp;here<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Answer\"><\/span>Answer<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>India&#8217;s recent low rank of 85 in the <strong>Transparency international<\/strong> &#8211; <strong>corruption perception index 2022 <\/strong>has again brought the issue of corruption in the midst of public discourse. Corruption refers to dishonest or fraudulent conduct by those in power.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>It can include <strong>bribery, gifts, extortion, cronyism, nepotism, patronage,<\/strong> influence peddling, insider trading and <strong>embezzlement.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Corruption_as_the_Manifestation_of_the_Failure_of_Core_Values_in_Society\"><\/span><strong>Corruption as the Manifestation of the Failure of Core Values in Society<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>The erosion of Integrity<\/strong> can lead to corrupt practices, as individuals compromise their ethical principles for personal gains.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>For e.g.- Pooja Singhal IAS from Jharkhand cadre -ED arrested her on money laundering charges worth over 80 crores.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Total neglect of accountability mechanisms<\/strong> that propels individuals and organisations to think that they are above the law&nbsp;<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Corporate e.g. &#8211; the <strong>Volkswagen<\/strong> quoted <strong>wrong emission standards (Emission Gate Scandal)<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"2\"><li><strong>Triumph of consequentialism over deontology<\/strong> &#8211; the so called Machiavellian notion of ends justifying means and the complete disregard for the means deployed.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>e.g. &#8211; people want to get rich quick without fair play, which result into dishonest acts. This was done by <strong>Jordan Belford<\/strong> i.e. the wolf of wall street.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Consumerist culture and greed<\/strong>&#8211; luxuries and comforts, middle class cannot afford so indulges in corruption to satiate their desires.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>&#8220;Sanskritization of corruption&#8221;<\/strong> &#8211; <strong>Kaushik Basu<\/strong>, i.e. when corruption is <strong>not only tolerated but becomes a status symbol<\/strong>-people strive towards it to gain respect.\u00a0<\/li><li>In politics Corruption has<strong> ceased to be an electoral issue,<\/strong> corrupt image does not deter from winning.\u00a0<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Measures_required_for_uplifting_the_core_values_of_the_society\"><\/span><strong>Measures required for uplifting the core values of the society<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Imparting values-based education from an early age, <strong>as demonstrated in Finland where ethics education is integrated into the curriculum, teaching students about societal values, ethical decision-making.<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li><li>A comprehensive legal framework baked by autonomous investigative agencies.\u00a0<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>For e.g. &#8211; <strong>PMLA<\/strong> 2002, <strong>RTI<\/strong> 2005, <strong>Lokpal and Lokayukta<\/strong> 2013, <strong>PCA<\/strong> 2018 etc need to be strengthened.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Agencies like CBI, ED, CVC etc be made more autonomous.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Whistleblower Protection:<\/strong>\u00a0 Establish a safe environment for whistleblowers with legal protection and incentives, <strong>as seen in India with the Whistleblowers Protection Act, 2014, which encourages individuals to expose corruption.<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Ethical Leadership<\/strong> &#8211; Promote and encourage ethical leadership at all levels of society, including political, business, and community leaders. Hold leaders accountable for their actions and set high standards for ethical conduct.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Political and electoral reforms &#8211; <\/strong>Reducing influence of money and muscle power, Reforms of Election commission.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Civil Society Engagement:<\/strong> by encouraging the active participation of civil society organisations, NGOs, and citizens in monitoring and combating corruption. This will foster a culture of civic responsibility and engagement.\u00a0<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>e.g. &#8211; <strong>ADR<\/strong>, India against corruption etc.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Ethics Training for Public Officials:<\/strong> to reinforce a commitment to integrity and ethical behaviour in their roles.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>e.g. &#8211; devising a code of ethics to complement the code of conduct as recommended by 2nd ARC.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"2\"><li><strong>Attitudinal and Behavioural change &#8211; A<\/strong>dhering to Buddha\u2019s teachings to control desire and find happiness. This will curb greed and promote contentment.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Therefore, <\/strong>we <strong>need<\/strong> to <strong>condemn<\/strong> and <strong>not condone<\/strong> corruption. We need <strong>zero tolerance towards corruption. <\/strong>This requires <strong>collaborative<\/strong> efforts from all sectors\u2014governments, businesses, civil society, and individuals. 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