Section 7A of PCA : Section 7A: Taking Undue Advantage To Influence Public Servant By Corrupt Or Illegal Means Or By Exercise Of Personal Influence

Explanation using Example

An example of Section 7A of The Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 could be a scenario where a businessman offers a luxury holiday to a government official. In return, he expects the official to use his influence to grant a government contract to the businessman's company, bypassing the standard competitive bidding process. This constitutes an 'undue advantage' as a reward for the public servant to perform his duty improperly. The businessman's actions would fall under the purview of Section 7A, and if caught, he could face a minimum of three years imprisonment, which may extend to seven years, along with a fine.