Corruption and Social Capital: Findings From Selected OECD Countries
Astt. Prof. Dr. Murat Bayraktar
Abstract:Corruption, a pervasive global challenge, erodes trust in institutions, hinders development, and deepens inequalities. While numerous factors contribute to its persistence, this abstract explores the potential of social capital, the networks and norms of trust within a society, to act as a powerful antidote. However, the relationship between social capital and corruption is not always straightforward. Informal networks, while fostering trust, can also create opportunities for collusion and exclusion. Moreover,… Show more
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