INTRODUCTION Recognizing that corruption is a most significant roadblock in the improved governance, development and progress of our country, the Anti-Corruption Academy ACA aims to become the beacon that will guide the country and its citizens towards a culture and practice of integrity and accountability. The need for such a pioneering institution is not only in India, but also Asia and all continents. The ACA will produce, manage and disseminate anti-corruption knowledge, good practices and all tools necessary for the construction and effective implementation of measures and policies in a systematic and inclusive way. The ACA will engage with all stakeholders: civil society, public servants, private sector, political parties, academia and media to tackle corruption at all levels and in all government and economic sectors.