State Of Rajasthan vs Shambhoogiri

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of the respondent under Section 161 IPC and Section 5(1)(d) and (2) of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1947, affirming that the prosecution established the elements of bribery, including the demand and acceptance of illegal gratification. The Court clarified that the burden of proof lies on the accused to establish any defense against the charges. The appeal against the High Court's order was dismissed, thereby maintaining the trial court's conviction and sentence.