Section 173 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 addresses “Punishment for bribery”. Read the provision below with its qualifications, exceptions and chapter context; the official source is linked alongside it.
173. Punishment for bribery.—Whoever commits the offence of bribery shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to one year, or with fine, or with both: ¶
Provided that bribery by treating shall be punished with fine only. ¶
Explanation.—“Treating” means that form of bribery where the gratification consists in food, drink, entertainment, or provision. ¶
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