The Economics of Corruption

by Ajit Mishra

This book consists of 15 readings on various aspects of corruption. Various sections cover its concepts, history and evolution; the causes for its existence and persistence; its consequences; and finally ways in which it can be combatted. The book deals primarily with the economic aspects of corruption, though political, social, and historical facets are touched upon wherever possible. Starting with Kautilya s Arthashastra to provide a historical...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0195648072
• ISBN13: 9780195648072
• Release Date: August 2005
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
• Length: 450 Pages