Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988

Thu, 26 Oct 2023 11:59:05 +0000

The Prevention of Corruption Act of 1988 is a crucial legislation enacted by the Indian Parliament, it came into effect on September 09, 1988, to combat corruption and promote integrity in public administration. In the pre-1988 era, India lacked a comprehensive law specifically targeting corruption. The absence of a robust legal framework hindered the effective prosecution of corrupt individuals and fostered a culture of impunity. Recognizing the need to address this pressing issue, the Indian government enacted the Prevention of Corruption Act of 1988 to provide a specialized legal framework for combating corruption. With the enactment of this Act, the provisions of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1947 (which acted as a model for its enactment) were consolidated.