Section 173 of The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 View Chapter 9

Punishment for bribery.


   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.