Measuring Corruption
An interesting research paper which provides a broad overview of how to measure corruption, the tools usually used and their pros and cons. The… Read more
Voices and invoices
Team Anna’ anti-corruption movement saw a great start as the entire nation was mobilised against their common enemy ‘corruption’.… Read more
Corruption: A misunderstood problem?
Fundamental economic problems such as lengthy permit application procedures and convoluted tax payments are arguably the cause of corruption. Is it… Read more
Transforming India
Corruption has been a major laggard in the country’s economic growth. While a lot has been discussed around the need for an anti-corruption… Read more
Fairer sex = a fairer system?
Corruption, scams and scandals have been the most voted flavour of the season. From the phone hacking scandal in London to the Anna Hazare movement in… Read more
Democracy without dissent?
The anti-corruption movement has often been tinged with a communal element, given the presence of various religious leaders taking an active part in… Read more
Peace for now, but schism in Team ********** still shows
In the recent past, tensions erupted within the Team Anna camp with members pulling in and out due to numerous reasons. Is the core committee of Team… Read more
Protests awaken a Goliath in India
The middle class in India is the fastest growing demographic group in the country. But it seems they are also the most disillusioned and politically… Read more
Will the EU deliver transparency in the oil & gas sector?
As the European Commissioners decide the final text of proposals to make it mandatory for oil, gas and mining companies listed in the EU to disclose… Read more
Is Lokpal completely anti-corruption?
The Lokpal has become synonymous with anti-corruption. But can Lokpal be free of corruption? Assuming that the stringent measures the proposed organization… Read more