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SECTION 162 IPC - Indian Penal Code - Rep. by the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 (49 of 1988), s. 31.
Last Updated: 01 Apr, 2024
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty
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IPC 162 in Simple Words
Section 162 of the Indian Penal Code was removed from the law by the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988.
| Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taking a gratification in order, by corrupt or illegal means, to influence a public servant | 3 Years or Fine or Both | Cognizable | Non-Bailable | Magistrate First Class |
Offence : Taking a gratification in order, by corrupt or illegal means, to influence a public servant
Punishment : 3 Years or Fine or Both
Cognizance : Cognizable
Bail : Non-Bailable
Triable : Magistrate First Class
The section 162 of the IPC is concerned with anyone who accepts, obtains, agrees to accept, or tries to obtain for themselves or others any gratification through corrupt or illegal methods to influence a government servant.
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