Corruption is the most notorious term affecting all countries of world at different levels but underdeveloped nations is confronting corruption as major obstacles in their growth and development. Prevalence of this corruption in any country can ruin whole nation if an office-holder or other governmental official acts in an official capacity for personal gain. Weaknesses of system like monopolistic powers, lack of transparency and low pay motive individuals to do such immoral activities.
Given below is list of top 10 most corrupt countries in the world in 2013 which is publish by Transparency International that monitors and publicizes corporate and political corruption in different countries. This top 10 list may variate depending on time of survey and organization finding statistics.
Top 10 most corrupt countries in the world
| Rank | Country |
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1.
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Somalia
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| 2. |
North Korea
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| 3. |
Afghanistan
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| 4. |
Sudan
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| 5. |
South Sudan
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| 6. |
Libya
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| 7. |
Iraq
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| 8. |
Uzbekistan
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| 9. |
Turkmenistan
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| 10. |
Syria
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Public institutions should be more open about their work and officials need to be partial in their decision-making. It will remain top notorious issue in many countries of world if it is difficult for system to investigate and prosecute. Easy access to information regarding public office and their personnel’s obligation can help a country to eliminate corruption. Law enforcement agency should be non-political and powerful in the world.
