Applicability of Section 17A of the Prevention of Corruption Act to Bribery Investigations

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Case
TEJARAM v. STATE OF RAJASTHAN (Supreme Court of India, 16-10-2026)
Law
Code of Criminal Procedure, Indian Penal Code, Prevention of Corruption Act.

Highlights of the Judgment:

  • Examination of the scope and applicability of Section 17A of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988.
  • Analysis of whether prior approval under Section 17A is mandatory for investigating allegations of demanding illegal gratification.
  • Interpretation of the phrase discharge of official functions or duties under the PC Act.
  • Distinction between official decisions and pure criminal acts like bribery.
  • Evaluation of prosecution sanction requirements under Section 19 of the PC Act.