Latest Anti-Corruption Legal Updates in India | Key Supreme Court & High Court Judgments Explained

Описание: Stay updated with the most recent anti-corruption legal developments in India. This video covers the latest Supreme Court interpretations, High Court rulings, major legislation, and corruption trends based on the 2024 CPI index.
⚖️ Key Judicial Pronouncements (India)
• Proof of Demand is Mandatory: The Supreme Court held that a bribe demand must be proven to invoke the presumption under Section 20 of the Prevention of Corruption Act (PC Act).
• Sanction for Prosecution: Rajasthan High Court ruled that sanctioning authorities (like Collectors) cannot mechanically sign off on ACB drafts; independent application of mind is mandatory.
• Public Servant Definition Expanded: Jharkhand High Court recognized Resolution Professionals (RPs) under the Insolvency & Bankruptcy Code (IBC) as “public servants” under the PC Act.
• No Leniency for Bribe Takers: Rajasthan HC upheld suspension of a Sarpanch caught red-handed accepting a bribe, showing zero sympathy in such cases.
📜 Major Legislation & Key Bodies
• Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 (Amended 2018): The primary law dealing with bribery and corruption of public servants.
• Lokpal & Lokayuktas Act, 2013: Establishes independent ombudsmen for corruption cases at central and state levels.
• Central Vigilance Commission (CVC): Apex anti-corruption body overseeing central government vigilance.
📊 Recent Trends & Statistics
• India’s CPI Score 2024: India scored 38/100 and ranked 96th out of 180 countries, showing ongoing corruption challenges.
• Case Trends: National corruption case numbers dipped slightly in 2023, but states like Andhra Pradesh recorded significant increases.

📞 Contact
Dr. Jinesh Soni, Advocate
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📧 Email: [email protected]

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