The fight against corruption has now become a fashionable topic. Only the lazy does not talk about this. But does everyone understand what anti-corruption policy is? What events does it include, why and how is it carried out? Most likely, besides the usual philistine gossip, a layman on this issue can not say anything. Let's raise our educational level.
The concept
First you need to determine the meaning of the words. “Anti-corruption policy” - the term sounds formidable, but not entirely clear. It is clear that this phrase speaks about the actions of the state, struggling with negative phenomena. The policy reflects the actions of the authorities in a certain area. “Anti-corruption” - this word speaks specifically about the direction of the state. It fights with those who are unclean. It turns out that the anti-corruption policy is a set of measures aimed at identifying and eliminating negative processes in society.
First of all, they must be identified. That is, to document what actions are considered corrupt. This should be reflected in the legislation of the country. So, each state is obliged to adopt the corresponding document. It declares an understanding by this society of this phenomenon. By the way, in connection with globalization, it is becoming unified. This means that in most
democracies , the anti-corruption policy clause is consistent with the internationally accepted attitude to this issue.
Subjects
Before dealing with any phenomenon, it must be studied. Anti-corruption policy begins with this. Special state institutions study and identify risks that contribute to the creation of conditions for negative manifestations. The law begins with a definition of corruption. Next, identify the actors involved in these processes.
After all, not every person has the opportunity to take part in corruption actions (no matter how someone wants it). Illegal privileges or
funds can only be obtained under certain conditions. That is, the person vested with powers becomes the subject of a corruption act. It is generally accepted that this is a person holding a public post. Not certainly in that way. Persons serving in private companies also commit
corruption offenses . It is important here that all these people are related to power and the right to make decisions.
Implementation of anti-corruption policy
We sorted out the subjects. And how should you work with them? The anti-corruption policy of the country is multifaceted. It includes the prevention, identification and suppression of both the causes of violations and the acts themselves. That is, the state assumes part of the responsibility for corruption risks. It considers that it is obliged to fight not only with criminals, but also to provide such conditions in which it will be impossible to engage in illegal actions. For this, special state structures are created, whose tasks include the development and implementation of these activities. The public is necessarily involved in anti-corruption work. Without her "strict and all-seeing" eye, it is impossible to manage this difficult matter. No organization is able to keep track of all authorized persons. Only the people who turn to them can do this.
How everything goes in practice
It is clear that theory is good, but action must be taken. That is, ordinary citizens are concerned with just events, not politics. What are they? There are a number of areas that are included in anti-corruption measures. Here they are:
- determination of the responsible;
- prophylaxis;
- risk assessment ;
- identification and work with conflicts of interest;
- development and implementation of standards to ensure fair conduct;
- legal education in the field of anti-corruption activities;
- identification and punishment of violators.
All named points directly concern each citizen. At any stage, he can be included in the work if he becomes a witness (involuntary participant) of the offense. The anti-corruption policy in Russia is also based on the principles of close cooperation of special bodies with the public. For example, this can be seen in the practice of the All-Russian National Front. The people who are members of it are involved, among other things, in controlling officials in order to prevent corruption.
About Conflict of Interest
This item should be discussed in more detail. A conflict of interest is a situation where an official is not able to conscientiously fulfill his duties due to his personal interest in its results. That is, a person, when making a decision, understands that his well-being depends on its content. This is a conflict of interest. Its identification and settlement is one of the most important areas of anti-corruption policy. This is not a simple matter. After all, it is necessary to have information about the personal affairs and relationships of each official. In general, the fight against corruption is one of the principles of building a stable and strong state.