India stands at the 70th position on the list of most corrupt nations as per the world audit report published in 2010. Some may suggest it’s not a bad spot to be at, considering developed nations like UK & US rank in the first 20. But being a young & dynamic nation, which is a prospective democratic super power, India needs to address the issue of corruption at its current stage.
Anna Hazare’s battle cry, challenging the house of power and the unprecedented support it witnessed from all corners of the nation, is a testimony to the strength of our democracy. A government by the people, for the people…and when it does not fulfill its responsibility the people take action.
What sets this campaign apart is the support it attracted from the youth, the affluent classes and NRI community. These are the fractions of our society which are known to stay away from national action as they are pre-occupied with earning their share of wealth & fame.
Whether the bill is amended or not? If it will be passed as a law or not? These are the questions that only time will tell. What we as Indians should be satisfied with is that the recent events have caused our democracy to flex its muscles once again. And it has been successful at it…
If the Lokpal bill aims at strengthening the democracy it has already proved its worth.
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