Which of the following statements about Section 8 of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 (as…
The Explanation to Section 8(1) PCA makes it immaterial whether the undue advantage is given directly or through a third party, and whether the recipient is the public…
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Which of the following statements about Section 8 of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 (as substituted in 2018) is correct?
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The Explanation to Section 8(1) PCA makes it immaterial whether the undue advantage is given directly or through a third party, and whether the recipient is the public servant who performs the duty. The section covers promises, and the provisos exclude a compelled giver who reports within seven days.