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IPC Section 165A - Rep. by the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988
Last Updated: 01 Jul, 2026
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty
IPC 165A in Simple Words
Section 165A of the Indian Penal Code was repealed by the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988.
Rep. by the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 (49 of 1988), s. 31.
| Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Punishment for abetment of offences punishable under section 161 or section 165 | 3 Years or Fine or Both | Cognizable | Non-Bailable | Magistrate First Class |
Offence : Punishment for abetment of offences punishable under section 161 or section 165
Punishment : 3 Years or Fine or Both
Cognizance : Cognizable
Bail : Non-Bailable
Triable : Magistrate First Class
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What is IPC 165?
The public servant is either involved in a criminal act (Section 165 of the IPC), or has transacted a business or transaction. Supreme Court of India.
What is Section 161 to 165 of the IPC?
Section 31 of the Prevention of Corruption Act 1988 (49 or 88), 31.] Section 161-Being a public employee or expecting to become one, and receiving a reward other than a legal remuneration for an official act. Section 162-Taking an illegal or corrupt gratification to influence a public official.
What is the IPC section for corruption?
IPC Section 161 (Replaced by the Prevention of Corruption Act 1988)
