Probity in Public Life and Corruption

Abstract

Probity in public life entail more than simply avoiding corrupt practices but also atively promoting certain values in public service such as accountability, impartiality, transparency and the rule of law. There is no dispute that the twin principles of integrity and probity in public life are the bare minimu that society expects from those in position of public office, yet these have to be based on well thought out processes and practices. The absence of integrity and probity in public life increases the gap between the 'haves' and the 'have nots' and also promote counter violence by disadvantaged groups.