Corruption and human rights in India comparative perspectives on transparency and good governance

Corruption has become deeply embedded in the political and social fabric of Indian society, impacting negatively on human rights as well as on development initiatives, economic growth, and access to justice. Viewing corruption as a violation of human rights this work proposes the adoption of a multi...

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Main Author: Kumar, C. Raj
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: New Delhi Oxford University Press 2011, 2011
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