Corruption experienced by the �Common Man� in getting services from the government departments.
MOST CORRUPT SERVICE
Among 11 public services, the Police are the most corrupt. An overwhelming 80 per cent of those who had interacted with the department have paid a bribe.
CAPTIVATING NUMBERS
Common citizens of the country pay a bribe of Rs 21,068 crore while availing one or more of 11 public services, which include land administration, municipal services, etc. As high as 62 per cent of citizens have had firsthand experience of paying a bribe or �using a contact� to get a job done in a public office.
CORRUPTION IN STATES
Going by composite ranking of states on corruption involving the common citizen and in the context of 11 public services, Kerala stands out as the least corrupt state in India. Bihar, on the other hand, is the most corrupt state. Maharashtra is the fifth least corrupt state.
FACTORS RESPONSIBLE FOR CORRUPTION
Lack of transparency and accountability, lack of effective corruption reporting mechanisms, lack of honesty in officials in the government, acceptance of �bribe� as a way of life, etc. are some reasons for corruption.
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