2. Objects of the Act

prevent and eradicate bribery and corruption in order to meet the just requirements of the general welfare of a democratic society;

enhance transparency in governance;

strengthen integrity of governance and increase accountability;

enhance public confidence in the Government and strengthen public participation to eradicate corruption;

establish an Independent Commission, to exercise and perform the powers and functions under this Act and to carry out the responsibilities imposed thereon under this Act;

mandate the said Commission to conduct preliminary inquiries and investigations into, and to prosecute against, bribery, corruption, offences relating to declaration of assets and liabilities and associated offences;

to conduct and coordinate educational activities on the prevention of bribery and corruption;

introduce an effective system for the declaration of assets and liabilities in order to prevent illicit enrichment by public officials;

promote inter-agency cooperation and international collaboration in preventing bribery and corruption; and

give effect to obligations under the United