Tejaram v. State of Rajasthan
2026 INSC 114716 October 202615 min read
Supreme Court Clarifies Section 17A PC Act Inapplicable to Demand of Illegal Gratification
The Supreme Court held that Section 17A of the PC Act does not apply to a demand of illegal gratification, as it is not an official function or duty.
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- Case Name
- Tejaram v. State of Rajasthan
- Citation
- 2026 INSC 1147
- Bench
- Justice N.V. Anjaria & Justice S.V.N. Bhatti
- Date of Judgment
- October 16, 2026
- Area of Law
- Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 – Section 17A – Prior Approval – Demand of Illegal Gratification
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