The Nepotism Act

The Nepotism Act aims to prevent favoritism in government hiring and appointments by restricting officials from appointing or promoting family members within the same agency. Its goal is to promote fairness, transparency, and merit-based decisions in public service. The law typically limits the degree of kinship that disqualifies someone from holding certain positions and may require officials to disclose conflicts of interest. Overall, it seeks to reduce undue influence of personal relationships in government employment, fostering equitable opportunities and integrity in the public sector.