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IPC 165 - Public servant obtaining any valuable thing, without consideration, From a person concerned in any proceeding or business transacted by Such public servant

Description of IPC 165

Description of IPC Section 165 According to section 165 of Indian penal code, Repealed by the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 IPC 165
Offence Public servant obtaining any valuable thing, without consideration, From a person concerned in any proceeding or business transacted by Such public servant
Punishment 3 Years or Fine or Both
Cognizance Repealed
Bail
Triable
Who is Liable: Public servants who obtain valuable things without consideration from individuals involved in proceedings or transactions they are handling. Act Prohibited: Accepting valuable items from individuals involved in the public servant’s official duties without proper consideration.
Repealed: This section was removed by the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988.

IPC 165 in Simple Words

Section 165 of the Indian Penal Code was removed from the law by the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988.

Importance and Practical application

Practical application:

Examples: A public servant receiving gifts or money from someone whose matter is under their official review. Legal Consequences: This section was focused on preventing the misuse of official positions for personal gain.

Conclusion