Ofoffences By Or Relating To Public Servants
IPC Section 161 - Public servant taking a gratification other than legal remuneration, in respect of an official
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Simple language explanation
IPC Section 161 deals with public servant taking a gratification other than legal remuneration, in respect of an official.
Full official legal text
161. Public servant taking a gratification other than legal remuneration, in respect of an official
act.] Rep. by the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 (49 of 1988), s. 31.
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