Karnati Varun ReddyAIR 7 · CSE 2018 · 200 wordsTheir whole copy
Opening · a definition
"Integrity" is the core quality of adhering to highest moral standards like honesty, compassion, equality etc.
Where as "Probity" is not just integrity, honesty in governance but also positive values like transparency, accountability, absence of corruption. Therefore probity is bigger than integrity which is necessary for efficient public service delivery and socio-economic development.
Importance of Integrity and Probity
Body · points
(i) Probity in governance ensures public interest is given priority over personal interests. (ii) Ensures better quality of service, efficiency in public service delivery e.g economising resources, so that it can be spent on education, health. (iii) Integrity in conduct ensures absence of corruption, nepotism in contracts awarding. (iv) Public faith and trust will be safeguarded. (v) Paves way for inclusive, sustainable, foster socio-economic development.
Measures to promote these values
(a) value training during recruitment, regular in service orientation camps to reinforce these values. (b) choosing right leaders to head organisations/ departments.
- leaders should promote and embody those values. (c) Accountability mechanisms in case of deviation
- Citizen charter, RTI - to public
- CVC, CBI, judiciary - institutional methods (d) action, grievance redressal should be swift to act as deterrent.
Close · a summary
Thus an ethical governance will be established in public offices.
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