Sir — This refers to the article, “Bribe is a way of life, after all!” (November 28) by Biswajeet Banerjee. Corruption at the top is but a reflection of our tolerance, acceptance and indulgence to corrupt practices. We cannot check graft as long as we keep taking pride in getting a thing done quickly by adequately greasing the right palm at the right time or giving honour to unscrupulous people for their riches.
Corruption is like a hole in a bucket with which we cannot irrigate our garden. This explains why there is a close association between human development and an anti-graft environment. We must not forget that charity begins at home. For instance, we believe that competitions and conflict will enhance the quality of our life, and we do not hesitate to brainwash our children with the theory. However, we do not want such competition in our products and services, as we know it will make them defunct.