The Lok Sabha has taken up discussion on the situation arising out of widespread corruption in the country. Initiating the debate Senior BJP leader Dr. Murli Manohar Joshi alleged that in the last several years, the menace of corruption at the Centre and in States has risen to alarming proportions. He said the large participation of people in anti corruption campaign is the result of disenchantment of people with the prevailing political system. The discussion is continuing. Meanwhile, the Rajya Sabha has been adjourned for 15 minutes to discuss with the floor leaders whether the discussion on corruption will be taken up today or the conditions of Tamils in Sri Lanka. Both the discussions are listed in the today’s business.