Q.3. “Corruption causes misuse of government treasury, administrative inefficiency and obstruction in national development.” Give suggestions for prevention of corruption in public life in the context of the statement given.

Corruption indeed has detrimental effects on government treasury, administrative efficiency, and national development. To prevent corruption in public life, the following suggestions can be implemented:

• End Impunity: Establish effective law enforcement to ensure that the corrupt are punished, breaking the cycle of impunity.
• Reform Public Administration and Finance Management: Streamline administrative procedures to reduce red tape and opportunities for corruption. Implement reforms to improve financial management and strengthen the role of auditing agencies. This includes the disclosure of budget information to prevent waste and misappropriation of resources.
• Promote Transparency: Implement policies that enhance transparency in government spending, procurement, and political funding.
• Empower Citizens: Create pathways for citizens to engage in governance, report corruption, and access public information.
• Merit-Based Recruitment: Adopt merit-based systems for the recruitment and promotion of civil servants to prevent nepotism and favoritism.
• Asset Declarations: Require public officials to declare their assets to detect and deter illicit enrichment.
• International Cooperation: Work with international bodies to close loopholes that allow corrupt funds to cross borders.
• Technology Utilization: Use technology to build dynamic exchanges between stakeholders and monitor progress.
• Incentivize Integrity: Align anti-corruption measures with market forces and social norms to encourage ethical behavior.
• Continuous Learning: Monitor and evaluate anti-corruption strategies regularly to adapt to changing circumstances.

Implementing these measures requires a concerted effort from all sectors of society, including government, civil society, the private sector and the general public. By working together, it is possible to create a more transparent and accountable public life, thereby reducing corruption and its negative impacts on society.