When Gratification other than legal remuneration is proved then presumption under Section 20 of PC Act could be invoked

P. Sarangapani (Dead) Vs State of Andhra Pradesh (Supreme Court of India) Conclusion: In present facts of the case, the Hon’ble Supreme Court observed that once the undue advantage i.e., any gratification whatever, other than the legal remuneration is proved to have been accepted by the accused, the Court is entitled to raise the presumption under Section 20 of the Prevention of Corruption Act, that he accepted the undue advantage as a motive or reward under Section 7, for performing or to cause performance of a public duty improperly or dishonestly. Facts: In present facts of the case, the ...