What Is Corruption

 

WHAT IS CORRUPTION?

Corruption is the act of giving or receiving gratification in return for a favour related to his or her official duties.​

Under the Prevention of Corruption Act (Chap. 131), Corruption offences include:

1. Receiving/Soliciting Bribes
   [Section 5(a) & 6(a) of Prevention of Corruption Act (Chap. 131)]
   
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2. Giving/Promising/Offering Bribes
   [Section 5(b) & 6(b) of Prevention of Corruption Act (Chap. 131)]
   
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3. Submitting False Documents/Claims/Accounts
   [Section 6(c) of Prevention of Corruption Act (Chap. 131)]
   
    
   
   
4. Possession of Unexplained Property
   [Section 12 of Prevention of Corruption Act (Chap. 131)]
   
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5. Misconduct in Public Office
   [Section 12A(1) & 12B(1) of Prevention of Corruption Act (Chap. 131)]
   
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