Under RA 6713, why are public servants prohibited from accepting employment in private enterprises regulated by their office during incumbency?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. to prevent divided loyalty and conflicts of interest between public duty and private commercial profit
- Step 1: Dual employment in a regulated firm creates an immediate conflict of interest, eroding regulatory impartiality. Answer: to prevent divided loyalty and conflicts of interest between public duty and private commercial profit. Why not the others: The reason is the prevention of corruption and compromised regulatory authority.
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