For some oblivious people living in first world countries, deep-seated political corruption is an antiquated concept reserved for the Feudal times, back when we didn’t live by a strict moral code. For us in the real world however, fraud is something we must prepare for and encounter on a daily basis. In an attempt to protest Government corruption a famous Indian yogi named Baba Ramdev scheduled a hunger strike against the rampant moral hazard. Ramdev is a high profile figure who is renowned throughout India as a spiritual leader. BBC explains the source of the yogi’s protest:
“He made the announcement during a hunger strike with campaigner Anna Hazare to protest against corruption.
Reports say $500bn of illegal money was deposited in overseas tax havens.
The government has proposed setting up fast-track courts to deal with the two contentious issues of illegal money and tax evaders.
Baba Ramdev joined leading campaigner Anna Hazare on Sunday to undertake a day-long fast in protest against corruption, illegal money and strong anti-corruption laws.”
“The yoga guru has millions of supporters and his daily TV programme is watched by millions across India.
A recent survey said corruption in India had cost billions of dollars and threatened to derail growth.”
