Section 171E: Punishment for bribery

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Whoever commits the offence of bribery shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to one year, or with fine, or with both: Provided that bribery by treating shall be punished with fine only. Explanation. ‘Treating’ means that form of bribery where the gratification consists in food, drink, entertainment, or provision.

Effective date: 1862-01-01

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Section 171D: Personation at elections Section 171F: Punishment for undue influence or personation at an election Section 171C: Undue influence at elections Section 171G: False statement in connection with an election Section 171B: Bribery Section 171H: Illegal payments in connection with an election

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