The Board of Control for Cricket in India’s (BCCI) ethics officer has adjudged Tamil Nadu Cricket Association president to be in conflict of interest. This is the first time the ethics officer has found a state association president to be in a position of conflict.
Context
The Board of Control for Cricket in India’s (BCCI) ethics officer has adjudged Tamil Nadu Cricket Association president to be in conflict of interest. This is the first time the ethics officer has found a state association president to be in a position of conflict.
Background
Analysis
What is Conflict of Interest (CoI)?
Different types of CoI
The following types of typical conflicts of interest listed in seven categories by Canadian political scientists Ken Kernaghan and John Langford:
Mechanism to check CoI
In order to minimise possible misuse of public office, various broad levels of regulations are used.
Comparison of CoI policies in other countries related to legislators/ministers
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Conclusion
It is important therefore, to manage these conflicts of interest in the public space through institutional mechanisms, a system of penalties in case of violations and a strict disclosure system. Most importantly, however, this problem can only be combated through the participation of office bearers in maintaining the spirit and letter of the Code of Conduct in their organisation.
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