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Prior Approval Not Needed for Bribe Probe: SC

Published Monday, October 19, 2026

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  • The Supreme Court of India stated that a prior approval to investigate an alleged bribe demand by a public servant is not needed under the Prevention of Corruption Act.

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  • The Hindu

    The Supreme Court of India ruled that prior approval is not required to investigate alleged bribe demands by public servants under the Prevention of Corruption Act, as such acts are not connected to official duties. This decision was made while dismissing an appeal from a Rajasthan police constable challenging a corruption charge.

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