Most Ukrainians think corruption is biggest problem - poll

12.11.2018 14:47

Ukrinform

Most Ukrainians consider corruption to be the most serious problem in their country and are convinced that it cannot be overcome only through the efforts of the authorities, according to a survey conducted by the Ilko Kucheriv Democratic Initiatives Foundation and the sociological service of the Razumkov Center.

According to the poll, 91% of citizens consider corruption to be a serious problem, with 61% of respondents sure that this is the most serious problem that hinders the development of the country.

At the same time, 4% of respondents admit that there is a problem of corruption, but it is not too serious, and 0.5% of those polled think it is far-fetched.

In addition, 61% of respondents believe that corruption cannot be overcome only through the efforts of the authorities. Some 26% of respondents hold the opposite opinion.

Citizens also consider punitive methods to be the most effective methods for eradicating corruption. Thus, 55% believe that it is above all necessary to punish severely those who are involved in corruption. Another 28% believe that corruption can be tackled by eliminating corruption risks. Only 12% of respondents believe that the most effective tool in combating this phenomenon is the upbringing of people.

The survey was conducted from August 16 to 22 in all regions of Ukraine, except for Crimea and the occupied territories of Donetsk and Luhansk regions. A total of 2,019 respondents aged 18 and over were polled. The poll's margin of error does not exceed 2.3%.