Section 15 The Prevention of Corruption Act,
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๐น Section 15 โ The Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988
๐ Section Title: Punishment for attempt
๐ Text:
โWhoever attempts to commit an offence referred to in clause (a) or clause (b) of sub-section (1) of section 13 shall be punishable with imprisonment for a term which may extend to three years and shall also be liable to fine.โ
๐ Explanation:
Section 13(1)(a) and 13(1)(b) refer to acts of criminal misconduct by public servants such as:
Dishonestly or fraudulently misappropriating property entrusted to them.
Abusing their position to obtain undue advantage.
Section 15 addresses attempts to commit such offences.
โ Key Points:
This section ensures that even attempts to commit corruption-related misconduct are punishable.
Maximum punishment: Up to 3 years imprisonment + fine.
It aims to deter not only actual corrupt acts but also efforts or preparations to engage in them.
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