ANIL DAIMA ETC versus STATE OF RAJASTHAN & ORS

Case summary from SCR

Issue for Consideration Whether s.17-A, Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 can be applied to cases of demand of illegal gratification. Headnotes† Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 – s.17-A – Enquiry or inquiry or investigation of offences relatable to recommendations made public servant in discharge of official functions or duties – Benefit of s.17-A, not applicable to cases of demand of illegal gratification – Petitioners were sought to be prosecuted for offence punishable u/ss.7 and 7A – High Court held that the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) of