Chapter 6 · Art. 73
Responsibilities of leadership
- Authority given to a State officer is a public trust, to be exercised with respect for the people and to bring honour to the office.
Art. 73(1)(a)
(a) is a public trust to be exercised in a manner that—
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Art. 73(1)(b)
(b) vests in the State officer the responsibility to serve the people, rather than the power to rule them.
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Art. 73(2)
(2) The guiding principles of leadership and integrity include— (a) selection on the basis of personal integrity, competence and suitability, or election in free and fair elections; (b) objectivity and impartiality in decision making, and in ensuring that decisions are not influenced by nepotism, favouritism, other improper motives or corrupt practices; (c) selfless service based solely on the public interest, demonstrated by — (i) honesty in the execution of public duties; and (ii) the declaration of any personal interest that may conflict with public duties; (d) accountability to the public for decisions and actions; and (e) discipline and commitment in service to the people.
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- Leaders are there to serve people, not to rule over them.
Art. 73(1)(b)
(b) vests in the State officer the responsibility to serve the people, rather than the power to rule them.
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