Section 162: [Taking a gratification, in order, by corrupt or illegal means, to influence a public servant

Q: What does Section 162 of The Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) deal with?

Section 162 IPC pertains to "[Taking a gratification, in order, by corrupt or illegal means, to influence a public servant". It is part of the The Indian Penal Code, 1860, a legislation enacted by the Parliament of India. Section 162 of The Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) governs [Taking a gratification, in order, by corrupt or illegal means, to influence a public servant.

Q: Is Section 162 IPC still in force?

Yes, Section 162 of the The Indian Penal Code, 1860 is currently in force across the Republic of India.

Q: What is धारा 162 IPC?

धारा 162 IPC is the Devanagari Hindi reference for Section 162 of the The Indian Penal Code, 1860. Section 162 of The Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) governs [Taking a gratification, in order, by corrupt or illegal means, to influence a public servant.

Q: What is Dhara 162 IPC?

Dhara 162 IPC is the Roman Hindi reference for Section 162 of the The Indian Penal Code, 1860. "Dhara" means "Section" in Hindi. Section 162 of The Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) governs [Taking a gratification, in order, by corrupt or illegal means, to influence a public servant.

Q: How to cite Section 162 of The Indian Penal Code, 1860?

Cite as: "Section 162, The Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC)" in legal briefs. For academic writing, use the BlueBook format: The Indian Penal Code, 1860, 1860, § 162 (India).

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