RAKESH KAPOOR vs STATE OF H.P.

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of the appellant under Section 13(2) of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, while setting aside the conviction under Section 7 of the same Act. The Court established that the demand for bribe and the subsequent acceptance of the money constituted a clear violation of the provisions aimed at preventing corruption in public service. The Court affirmed the High Court's decision to maintain the conviction under Section 13(2), emphasizing the importance of integrity in public office.