https://www.taxtmi.com/highlights?id=88112 SC held that stamp vendors are public servants under the Prevention of Corruption Act. The Court adopted a purposive interpretation of "public servant" definition, emphasizing the nature of public duty performed. The appellant's status as a government-remunerated stamp vendor facilitating revenue collection qualifies him as a public servant. However, the prosecution failed to establish beyond reasonable doubt the demand and acceptance of illegal gratification. Consequently, the Court set aside the conviction under Sections 7 and 13(1)(d) read with Section 13(2) of the PC Act, finding insufficient evidence to prove bribery. The appeal was allowed, quashing the trial court and high court's previous convictions. en-us Wed, 07 May 2025 09:18:14 +0530 Wed, 07 May 2025 09:18:17 +0530 TaxTMI RSS Generator https://www.taxtmi.com/highlights?id=88112 SC held that stamp vendors are public servants under the Prevention of Corruption Act. The Court adopted a purposive interpretation of "public servant" definition, emphasizing the nature of public duty performed. The appellant's status as a government-remunerated stamp vendor facilitating revenue collection qualifies him as a public servant. However, the prosecution failed to establish beyond reasonable doubt the demand and acceptance of illegal gratification. Consequently, the Court set aside the conviction under Sections 7 and 13(1)(d) read with Section 13(2) of the PC Act, finding insufficient evidence to prove bribery. The appeal was allowed, quashing the trial court and high court's previous convictions. Highlights Indian Laws Wed, 07 May 2025 09:18:14 +0530 https://www.taxtmi.com/highlights?id=88112