What people think of the people's bill
Answers
Samir Alam (27), Tardeo
1 It is an anti-corruption bill aimed at accountabi-lity and transpa-rency from the government. It should be independent from outside influences.
2 Not in the form that is being proposed presently. None of the panelists have been democratically elected, and their judgment may not coincide with that of the public.
3 If the bill elects members through the representative democratic process, everyone should be brought under its ambit, even the PM and judiciary. No one is above the law.
Madhvi Gajwani (30), Lokhandwala
1 The bill should be passes soon, as it was drafted to eradicate corruption from the country.
2 It may not eradicate it completely, but even a slight decline in corruption levels would help.
3 Of course! All human beings can make mistakes, and deserve punishment for them.
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Mary Stevens (34), Ghatkopar
1 It is the public view regarding problems faced in BMC procedures, and how they should be reported.
2 That is question-able. If the problems are concentrated upon, corruption can be somewhat curtailed.
3 Yes, they should come into the picture.
Pratik Bagaria (25), Wadala
1 This bill was drafted to monitor the smooth running of our country, the main issue being curtailment of corruption.
2 I don't think the bill would really succeed. There is too much corruption in this country.
3 The PM should surely be under the bill, but I'm not so sure about the judiciary.
Pradeep Parkar (28), Mira Road
1 I know nothing about the Lokpal bill.
2 Corruption could be stopped.
3 The PM and Judiciary should come under Lokpal.
Hansel Fernandes (28), Mahim
1 It is something that will help curb corruption in the country.
2 Yes, certainly.
3 Yes, they should. The bill is applicable to every Indian,
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Vinod Bhatt (29), Bhayender
1 Lokpal is
a bill for the people, by the people, to remove corruption. It still awaits approval from the government.
2 Corruption cannot be fully curtailed, but they can bring
a change.
3 Yes, they should.
Sarvesh Arora (31), Andheri
1u00a0 It is a bill which is going to be based in the Lokpal assembly, to bring about changes in prices, make legal amendments, system changes, and changes in the petrol and chemical industry.
2 Corruption cannot be stopped. Loopholes arise through political games. It's
an ongoing process.
3 PM and Judiciary should be brought under Lokpal. Country would benefit.
Amit Kumar (25), Virar
1 It's a bill to stop corruption.
2 If government employees are paid well, corruption will be removed,
as the government officials will not feel the need to take bribes.
3 Yes, everyone.
Nitin Bodalkhande (26), Andheri
I have just returned from New Zealand, and so am not aware of Lokpal Bill. I know it is about corruption.
Vignesh R Shankar (25), Napean Sea road
1 This is the bill that will change India's future, by removing corruption.u00a0
2 Yes, it will definitely help.
3 It should be imposed on all citizens, regardless of what their designations are.
Mitesh Shah (27), Ghatkopar
1 I'm not sure, but I think it is a bill that will help curtail crime.
2 Yes, to an extent, but only if the bill is converted into an act.u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0
3 That is a dicey question to answer. They are people who should have the authority. To take decisions.
Jyoti Jadhav (31), Lalbaug
1 I have no idea about Lokpal.
2 I don't think it will stop corruption. Every person, whether big or small, is corrupt.
3 They should be questioned, and answers will surely come.
Binta Shah (25), Grant Road
1 It is an anti-corruption initiative, undertaken by Anna Hazare
2 Yes, to a certain extent corruption can be curtailed.
3 Yes, they should.
Rakesh Jain (34), Dahisar
1 It is an anti-corruption law.
2 Maybe.
3 Everyone should be brought under its ambit.
Soma Maitra (32), Chembur
1 It has been drafted to curb corruption.
2 It will help immensely.
3 Yes, their actions should also be examined.
Tashu Sareen (26), Malad
1 The Lokpal bill gives a right to the common man, to questions the activities and policies of the government.
2 Yes.u00a0 People will be made aware of their rights. With the right candidates and awareness, the effect will be seen in the next elections.
3 It should be applicable to them.
Michael Fernandes (35), Ghatkopar
1 It is all about removing corruption from our country
2u00a0 It will bring down corruption by at 10 per cent.
3 Yes, they should.
Reema Govil (29), Bandra
1 It is a bill which, when passed, will help fight corruption. Anna Hazare propounded it.
2 The fact that it is taking so long to pass this bill shows that there are some people involved in its drafting who are corrupt themselves.
3 Yes, they should.
Harish Chourey (32), Kalyan
1 The bill was proposed to dilute corruption and better the country.
2 Yes, it will be effective, surely.
3 Yes, they should.
Prasad Sawant (31), Currey Road
1 The Lokpal is a committee with the duty to stop corruption, which is even rampant among higher officials.
2 There are disagreements between the government and Anna Hazare. If everyone supports it and things go smoothly, corruption will definitely be curtailed.
3 Yes, they should.
Malvika Nair (26), Bhandup
1 I don't know much about the Lokpal bill.
2 I don't think corruption can be stopped.
3 Yes, they're the worst of all.
Nayan Kambli, Mira Road
1 It is something that the government should take seriously. But they sit with their hands folded, as passing the bill will mean that they cannot earn black money.
2 Yes, somewhat.
3 Every citizen of India should be brought under the purview of the bill.
Akshay Jain (26), Dadar
1 Lokpal is a fight against corruption. It was introduced in the early years, and is now being made into law.
2 I'm not sure. There is too much politics involved.
3 Every politician should be brought under its scope.
Amruta Kamble (25), Vashi
1 It is a stand against corruption. The idea is good, but it will not get implemented.
2 It will take a long time to happen.
3 Yes, of course.
Abhijeet G. (29), Chembur
1 It is a fight against corruption that Anna Hazare has initiated.
It's a good cause.
2 I don't think so. Even those in the Lokpal committee may not be free of the tendency towards corruption.
3 Yes.
Tanuj Khandelwal (25), Mulund
1.It is an initiative to enable the public to have a
major role
in the politics of the country, and grant them a say in judicial decisions.
2 It will stop corruption, but only after a long and laborious process.
3 It doesn't make a difference if the PM is brought under Lokpal scrutiny, as our PM plays no role in the government's activities. But the Judiciary should be questioned.
Sanjay Inamdar (25), Kandivli
1 It is a committee looking to reduce corruption.
2 I am not very aware of the policies of this initiative, and so can't say.
3 Yes, they should.
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Sahaar Rafiq (25), Churchgate
1 It is an anti-corruption bill. Anna Hazare is fighting for it. Final decisions will be taken during the monsoon sessions of the parliament.
2 No, it won't curtail corruption. Corruption will cease, as long as there are corrupt people in the institution.
3 Yes, the bill should not play favourites.
Pallavi Shah (35), Nariman Point
1 I don't have any idea whatsoever about the u00a0Lokpal.
In the run up to the much awaited presentation of the Lokpal bill before the cabinet, MID DAY decided to ask three questions to Mumbaikars from across the city, between ages 25 and 35. While some came up with admirably eloquent and well-informed answers, others appeared clueless.
Questions
Q 1 What is the Lokpal?
Q 2 Do you feel Lokpal can curb corruption?
Q 3 Should the Prime Minister and the Judiciary be brought under the purview of the Lokpal?
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