Corruption

Corruption Definition/Corruption Meaning

Corruption can be defined as dishonest or fraudulent conduct by the people in power or those who have a prominent position .It typically involves bribery .Nepotism, extortion, patronage, cronyism etc. are some other forms of corruption.

Corruption is like a disease to the economy of the country. Not only does it hold the economy from reaching new heights but also prevents the country's development. Corruption is one of the biggest challenges faced by many countries all over the world. It has spread its roots so deep in the society that it has become difficult to get rid of it. It is becoming bigger day by day because of people's increasing demands in life.

Nowadays it is seen that people pays lacs of rupees to higher officials to get government jobs because of which many deserving candidates remain jobless. Corruption can be seen during elections also. Many candidates distribute cash money to common people for votes. Some people of weaker sections are sometimes threatened to give vote to a particular candidate or at times they are even prevented from going to polling booths.

Most common form of corruption is bribery. People give money, gifts or personal favors to get a particular task done. Nowadays people are seen asking for bribe for every other small work to be done.

How to Prevent Corruption?

In order to stop corruption we all need to work together in this direction. We must not give bribe to anyone and report the matter to concerned authorities if  someone demands bribe from us. We must also not take bribe even if someone giving it to us.

Government should enforce tough laws to stop corruption. Strict punishments should be given to the individuals found doing corruption. Applying cameras in government offices and private workplaces too can slow down corruption up to some extent.

With combined efforts of government and people corruption can be definitely eradicated.

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