Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
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IX — OF OFFENCES RELATING TO ELECTIONS · Section 173

Punishment for bribery

Synced on 04 Jul 2026Text as per India Code

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.

Judgments on Section 173