Section 163 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) addresses the offense of offering bribes to a public servant. Here's a brief overview:
IPC Section 163:
"****Giving or taking a bribe to influence the public servant"**
- Offense Defined: This section makes it an offense for any person to give or offer a bribe to a public servant to induce or reward them for their actions or inactions in their official capacity.
- Penalties: The person offering or giving a bribe under this section can be punished with imprisonment and/or a fine. The severity of the punishment depends on the circumstances of the case.
- Purpose: This section aims to combat corruption by penalizing the act of bribery, thereby promoting transparency and integrity in public services.
Relevant Aspects:
- Public Servant: The term includes various officials, including government employees and officials entrusted with public duties.
- Bribe: Refers to any form of illegal inducement or reward given to influence the actions of a public servant.
The law is intended to ensure that public officials perform their duties impartially and are not influenced by illegal inducements.
