STATE OF A.P. vs K.PUNARDANA RAO

The Supreme Court upheld the acquittal of the respondent under Section 13(1)(d) read with Section 13(2) of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, stating that the evidence presented by the prosecution, particularly that of the complainant, was found to be suspicious and inconsistent. The Court noted discrepancies in the complainant's claims regarding the firms involved and the circumstances surrounding the alleged bribe. The judgment emphasized the necessity of reliable evidence in corruption cases, leading to the conclusion that the prosecution failed to prove its case beyond reasonable doubt.