Corruption is one of the biggest threats in the world. Unfortunately, this threat is found in every country. This global problem leads to poor governance, stuns development and undermines the law. However, there are a number of countries where corruption is very low.
Here is a list of the 10 least corrupt countries in the world, as well as the Corruption Perceptions Score published by the International Anti-Corruption Organization.
The Corruption Perception Index scores range from 0 to 100. A score of "0" indicates a highly corrupt country, and a score of "100" is an ideal country with no corruption.
10.Canada score: 81
The Canadian parliamentary system consists of three main branches: the monarch, the Senate, and the House of Commons. Queen Elizabeth II is the current Canadian monarchy. What makes Canada the least corrupt country is an open and democratic parliamentary system. In addition, Canada is also known for its high quality of life, educational system and open government.
In Canada, laws are enforced by the executive branch, which includes the queen, prime minister and cabinet. It is the legislative branch (queen, senate, and house of commons) in charge of lawmaking. Laws passed by the executive and legislative branches of government are interpreted by the Supreme Court of Canada.
9.Luxemburg score: 82
Luxembourg is the richest and one of the smallest countries in the European Union. It is the only remaining sovereign duchy in the world. Low corruption is another important thing in Luxembourg. This country has a unitary parliamentary system with a constitutional monarchy. The Luxembourg government is extremely concerned about the implementation of anti-corruption laws. Administration within the judiciary is also very transparent in this country.
8. Netherlands score: 83
The Netherlands is a constitutional monarchy with a unitary parliamentary system. The current head of state is King Willem Alexander. The king is responsible for appointing mayors and politicians to the government. The Prime Minister is the head of the Dutch government. To keep corruption as low as possible, the Dutch government follows a transparent judiciary and effective anti-corruption programs.
7.Singapore score: 84
Singapore is the seventh least corrupt country in the world. The country has a unitary parliamentary system with the Westminster system. Singapore has a special agency called the CPIB (Corruption Investigation Bureau) to investigate and take legal action against corruption. The powerful judiciary in Singapore is renowned worldwide for its legitimacy and impartiality in legislation.
6.Switzerland score: 86
Switzerland has a federal directed democratic republic system for its government. Here people have the right to influence the activities of the government through proper reference. This direct democracy makes the Swiss government one of the most stable democracies in the world.
The country also has a solid legal framework and effective anti-corruption laws. This helps the Swiss government maintain a clean system in its public sector.
5. Norway score: 86
Norway is a constitutional monarchy with a parliamentary system. The monarchy is the head of state and government, headed by a prime minister. The Norwegian judicial system is completely independent of the executive and legislative branches of government.
Norway also has strong and effective anti-corruption legislation. This helps maintain a high standard in the public sector in Norway.
4. Sweden score: 87
Sweden is a parliamentary democracy with a constitutional monarchy. This country is known worldwide for its high quality life, equality, human development, education and health care. The Swedish state system is also transparent and stable.
The Swedish government considered corruption an “abuse of power”. Sweden also has an effective anti-corruption team that investigates and prosecutes corruption.
3. Finland score: 89
Finland is a parliamentary republic and the prime minister is the head of government. Political leaders in Finland are firmly committed to fighting corruption. The Finnish government also maintains a very transparent mechanism and effective integrity systems. An independent judiciary and a strong legal framework also reduce the chances of various forms of corruption in the country.
2. New Zealand score: 91
New Zealand is the second least corrupt country with a score of 91. New Zealand has a parliamentary system with a constitutional monarchy. Queen Elizabeth II is New Zealand's head of state. The New Zealand government follows the Westminster model.
The New Zealand judiciary is completely independent of the executive branch and the legislature. In this way, the New Zealand judiciary maintains accountability and impartiality.
1. Denmark score: 92
Denmark is the least corrupt country in the world with a score of 92. Administrative corruption, business corruption and other forms of corruption are very rare in Denmark. The country has a single parliamentary system with a constitutional monarchy.
A transparent mechanism, integrity, an independent judiciary, civic activism and social trust are the factors that make Denmark the most corrupt country in the world. The Danish Penal Code also prohibits any form of bribery in the country.
In addition to low levels of corruption, Denmark also has a high standard of living, high social mobility, high literacy and equality.
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