Originally posted by: IamRaj96
I completely agree, corruption in india is so deeply rooted, its like blood flowing through our veins. Its everywhere, from the smallest things like temple visits to massive international projects. There is hardly a single area where you can confidently say corruption isnt involved. Its one of the major issues we face today, alongside others i have previously mentioned.
Regarding taxes, im not sure about the only 2% pay taxes claim but even if more people do pay, lets be honest, the burden falls mostly on the middle class. The wealthy often find ways to evade taxes through loopholes, corruption and other tactics.
Now coming to solutions, can the government eliminate corruption entirely?? Realistically, no. The problem isnt just in the opposition,bcorruption exists within the ruling government too. So, how much can actually be removed and from where?? If a genuine cleanup were to begin, many in power would either lose their positions or end up behind bars. The backlash from all sides would be massive.
I recall a discussion where we talked about how a chinese style government might solve several of our national problems. I believe corruption is one such issue that could be tackled more effectively under an authoritative system. If modiji had complete control, chinese model could make it possible to root out corruption, not instantly but within five years. However such a system limits personal freedoms and poses a serious risk, if the leader isnt competent or ethical, the damage could far outweigh the benefits. Thats the dangerous trade off with authoritarian rule.
Alternatively we could work toward a long term democratic solution, gradually eliminate corruption by raising awareness, promoting civic education and instilling values of integrity from a young age. This path would take decades but it would be sustainable. The downside is that it might slow down progress in the short term.
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