The Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988

This edition of The Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 (Act 49 of 1988), as amended by The Prevention of Corruption (Amendment) Act, 2018 (Act 16 of 2018, enforced from 26-7-2018 vide S.O. 3664(E), dated 26-7-2018) and The Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019 (Act 34 of 2019, dated 9-8-2019, enforced from 31-10-2019), serves as a comprehensive and authoritative reference on India’s anti-corruption law.

The book presents the bare text of the Act—precisely as enacted—without commentary or interpretation, making it ideal for statutory referencing, compliance use, and academic study. It ensures direct access to the provisions governing the investigation, prosecution, and prevention of corruption among public servants and others.

The content spans the full scope of the Act, including:

• Definitions and scope of offences under the Act

• Provisions relating to public servant misconduct and criminal misconduct

• Offences of taking gratification other than legal remuneration in respect of an official act

• Offences relating to influencing public servants through illegal means

• Criminal misconduct by public servants, including misappropriation and possession of disproportionate assets

• Provisions for abetment, conspiracy, and attempt to commit offences under the Act

• Procedures for prior sanction before prosecution of public servants

• Powers of investigation vested in police and special agencies

• Attachment and forfeiture of property derived from corruption

• Enhanced penalties and sentencing provisions post-2018 amendment

• Jurisdiction, trial procedures, and designation of Special Judges for corruption cases

This edition is particularly suitable for:

• Anti-corruption enforcement agencies and investigators

• Legal practitioners and prosecutors handling corruption cases

• Government departments and public sector undertakings ensuring compliance with integrity standards

• Academicians and students specialising in criminal law and governance studies

• Civil society organisations working on transparency and accountability

Whether used by enforcement agencies, legal professionals, or researchers, this edition delivers the full legislative authority of The Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, as applicable in 2025.