M.R.PURSHOTHAM vs STATE OF KARNATAKA

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of the appellant under Section 13(1)(d) read with Section 13(2) of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, while acquitting him of the charge under Section 7 of the Act. The Court emphasized that the prosecution successfully established the demand and acceptance of illegal gratification through corroborative evidence, including the testimony of witnesses and the recovery of marked currency notes. The sentence of one year simple imprisonment and a fine of Rs.5000 was affirmed, with the Court reiterating the importance of combating corruption in public service.