essay on topic corruption in 300 words

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Fight against corruption:

-As a democratic nation with elected representatives,transparency and fulfillment of duties on the part of the elected representatives is the least the electorate can expect in the functioning of the administrative machinery and functioning of the government. But corruption is what the common citizens face every day at every level and from each and every quarter of life

-one can only bear so much hence this fight against corruption is necessary to take a stand for yourself,resources are for all the citizens of India,a nation where half the population is below the poverty line. These are not spoils for the rich and wealthy to fight over and distribute amongst themselves just because they have the access and power

-no institution or sector in India is free from corruption which is appalling considering India is a country that aspires towards becoming a global superpower, from political parties,public officials,police to civil servants,the scourge of corruption has dug in its roots pretty deep and it will take time and perseverance to remove them from its roots

-integrity is of the utmost importance for public officials and institutions,civil society is already making its voice heard by holding marches and communicating through media

-the media is the most effective tool in bringing to light such issues

 

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380 Words Essay on Corruption in India (free to read)byShekar Kumar

Corruption is not a new phenomenon in India. It has been prevalent in society since ancient times. History reveals that it was present even in the Mauryan period. Great scholar Kautilya mentions the pressure of forty types of corruption in his contemporary society. It was practised even in Mughal and Sultanate period. When the East India Company took control of the country, corruption reached new height. Corruption in India has become so common that people now are averse to thinking of public life with it.

Corruption has been defined variously by scholars. But the simple meaning of it is that corruption implies perversion of morality, integrity, character or duty out of mercenary motives, i.e. bribery, without any regard to honour, right and justice. In other words, undue favour for any one for some monetary or other gains is corruption. Simultaneously, depriving the genuinely deserving from their right or privilege is also a corrupt practice. Shrinking from ones duty or dereliction of duty are also forms of corruption. Besides, thefts, wastage of public property constitute varieties of corruption. Dishonesty, exploitation, malpractices, scams and scandals are various manifestations of corruption.

Corruption is not a uniquely Indian phenomenon. It is witnessed all over the world in developing as well as developed countries. It has spread its tentacles in every sphere of life, namely business administration, politics, officialdom, and services. In fact, there is hardly any sector which can be characterised for not being infected with the vices of corruption. Corruption is rampant in every segment and every section of society, barring the social status attached to it. Nobody can be considered free from corruption from a high ranking officer.

To root out the evil of corruption from society, we need to make a comprehensive code of conduct for politicians, legislatures, bureaucrats, and such code should be strictly enforced. Judiciary should be given more independence and initiatives on issues related to corruption. Special courts should be set-up to take up such issues and speedy trial is to be promoted. Law and order machinery should be allowed to work without political interference. NGOs and media should come forward to create awareness against corruption in society and educate people to combat this evil. Only then we would be able to save our system from being collapsed.

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When we talk of corruption, we must understand what corruption really means. The simple and straightforward meaning of corruption is to get work done by means of illegal gratification.

At one time, not very long back, just a few decades back, to dabble in corrupt practices was something to be ashamed of, and a known corrupt individual was singalled out. People would point the charging finger at him and talk scandals in whispers about him. This goes to show that, though corruption was there, it was a very rare phenomena, a hush hush affair. Both the corrupt person and the general public being awe struck about the whole affair. The corrupt person hid his misdeed which in turn goes to show that there was fear in the minds of the corrupt, the fear of being exposed and being punished.

As time passed by, this scenario on the front of corruption undertook an absolute somersault as if. The very attitude of the corrupt, and the public changed altogether. The malady spread through the length and breadth of the country, and the world. As the virus of corruption was allowed to take its toll, it spread and continued to spread through the passage of decades.

The situation as it stands today is that, corruption is no slur on any individual, it has by now become a way of life, it has been so closely woven into our life patterns that, no one thinks much about it. This is because the system has been let loose and in so many decades everyone, yes, everyone is so involved in corruption that the topic is not worth any discussions. Just as life style includes a bungalow, car, servants, club etc., it also includes corruption.

The entire system has been effected by this virus and it is now like a cancer absolutely incurable. The cancer has spread throughout the body system and now there is no cure for it. Only in the early stages, if the cancer had been treated it may have never taken such a dangerous posture.

The position as it stands today is so very pathetic that, it is a wonder who will punish whom for corruption? All, yes, all are neck deep plunged in this malady. When every organ of the system, every individual in the system is corrupt to the hilt, who is there to set things right. The fact is that today corruption has seeped deep into every corner of our system and there appears to be no light at the end of the tunnel.

Let us for a moment analyze how this virus was allowed to grow. The answer to this question is quite simple. Since this cancer was not treated in its earlier stages, it grew to this magnum size, which today defies any cure. It is not that people did not know about the virus entering the system but, it was ignored and so the result is here for all of us to see. If it had been nipped in the bud just when it had raised its ugly head, it would not have dared to grow.

Now, since this did not happen, the malady spread with the passage of time and took the present shape. If it had been tackled at its very inception, more and more people would not have joined the bandwagon and the situation would not have been as it is now. No corrupt person was ever punished for his/her corrupt practices, it gave an impetus to others to become so. Moreover, since there was no punishment, the element of fear also flew to the winds, and people dared it all.

More and more people crossed the fence as there were greener pastures across. This situation led to the present day scenario when it is like trying to touch the moon to look for an honest man. All the worlds glamour and happiness attracted more and more people and corruption became an obvious way of life.

With the deadly combination of good and comfortable life, and no, no punishment for being corrupt gave a boost to the industry of corruption and the last straw on the camels back was this corruption being aided by the highest places of authority the politician. When there was absolute support from the highest rung of the social order, the politician, the very thought of leaving it was not to be.

Now when the virus has struck the system we hear from pulpits and platforms long drawn out speeches on uprooting corruption. This is however now a Herculean task. However, even at this stage, we can make an effort. This is possible only if we give stringent punishment to the corrupt, no matter whom. Side by side, if we can find a handful of honest people they should also be simultaneously rewarded and honoured. With this twin treatment, maybe we see a reduction of the menace after some time. Let us remember it is more difficult to improve a decayed system rather than make a new clean system.

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