| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Friday, February 3, 2012 | 4:00PM - 6:00PM | Seminar Room 108N, Munk School of Global Affairs 1 Devonshire Place |
The South Asian Development Council and the Indian Students’ Society are both excited to present our first academic seminar of the new year. As both groups deal extensively with issues that matter to India and the larger South Asian region, it is imperative that we provide students with the platform needed to discuss one of the most significant issues regarding general politics and development in India. Corruption, especially in India, is characterized as a maligned parasite that has expanded in all sectors of society and politics. As we celebrate India’s 63rd Republic Day, we are all united in the hope that change will come. However, we still cannot turn away from some of the most important questions that face the nation and its people. Is the democracy in India a functioning one? Does the rampant corruption in government undermine its primacy? As citizens what can we do? From where does the anti-corruption draw its strength? Can this movement actually lead to some change? Why is it that the anti-corruption seems to have lost steam in this last month?
Our guest speakers for the evening, S. Sinha from the Munk School of Global Affairs and Mr. Sunil Sheoran of the India Against Corruption group will speak to these questions. We are certain that their insight and experience with regards to the anti-corruption movement will provide a constructive overview of potential solutions to the problem.
Following these talks, the floor will be open to a moderated discussion. We ask that you all join us and be a part of the global conversation that could prove to be revolutionary for Indian politics.
*Light Refreshments will be provided*
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