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Research Paper | Social Science | Fiji | Volume 6 Issue 4, April 2017 | Popularity: 6.8 / 10

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Minimize Corruption: What Roles Can Various Actors of the Fijian Society Play?

Ashleen Kumar, Sandhiya Gounder

Abstract: Corruption is regarded as the abuse of public office for private gain and the abuse of public power for the private benefit. Corruption is a very broad term covering a larger scope of worldwide and it has engulfed our everyday life as it is seen in everywhere we happen to be. As a result, been a responsible citizen of the country, it is duty for all various stakeholders and actors to undertake ways and actions to minimize corruption in Fiji. While governments implements strategies to combat corruption from all works of life, one must embrace the fact that it is not the sole responsibility of the government but various stakeholders of the society to lend a hand and assist the government meet the challenge of corruption. This paper highlights ways and strategies that can be undertaken by various actors of the society namely individuals, family, educational institution, religious bodies, business firms and mass media to help curb corruption. Questionnaires were given to focus groups made up of at least six individuals who were to discuss the topics and come up with responses.

Keywords: Corruption, Fiji, Society

Edition: Volume 6 Issue 4, April 2017

Pages: 1483 - 1486

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