K. Radhai vs C.B.I. Cochin Unit

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of the appellant under Sections 420 and 468 IPC, and Section 13(2) read with Section 13(1)(d) of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, confirming the High Court's decision to reduce the sentence from two years to one year for the former two offences while maintaining the original sentence for the latter. The Court emphasized the need for a liberal approach in sentencing given the appellant's personal circumstances, including her loss of employment and family responsibilities. The judgment clarifies that while the High Court's reduction of sentence was appropriate, the sentence for Section 468 IPC was not addressed, necessitating further consideration.