V. Venkata Subbarao vs State Represented By Inspector Of ...

The Supreme Court addressed the appeal of a Surveyor accused of accepting a bribe under the Prevention of Corruption Act, specifically analyzing the validity of the trap proceedings and the credibility of the prosecution's evidence. The Court emphasized that the prosecution failed to establish the guilt beyond reasonable doubt, citing inconsistencies in witness testimonies and procedural irregularities in the trap. The Court ultimately upheld the acquittal of the appellant, reinforcing the principle that mere suspicion is insufficient for conviction under the Act.