Q23: UKPSC Mains 2024 GS-IV: Mains Question

For many years, officials in the state transport department have been accused of corruption. Processes such as issuing licenses, collecting taxes and granting fitness certificates are marred by bribery and the use of false documents. A recent report has revealed that many officials and employees of the department are taking bribes to issue licenses and fitness certificates to individuals who are neither qualified nor have legitimate documents. The main problem is that fitness certificates and driving licenses are being issued without proper verification, leading to an increase in road accidents in the state. Additionally, vehicle owners who are irregular in paying taxes are being given undue exemptions, resulting in financial losses for the state. Questions: How will you solve the problem?