State Of U.P vs Bhaiya Lal Verma

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of the accused under Section 5(2) of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1947 and Section 161 IPC, affirming the findings of the Special Judge. The Court emphasized that the prosecution must prove the acceptance of bribe beyond reasonable doubt, which was established in this case through the complainant's testimony and corroborative evidence. The appeal against the High Court's order allowing the accused's appeal was dismissed, maintaining the original sentences of two years rigorous imprisonment and a fine of Rs. 5,000.