Section 173. 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:
imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to one year, or with fine, or with both:
Explanation“Treating” means that form of bribery where the gratification consists in food, drink,
entertainment, or provision.
Provisobribery by treating shall be punished with fine only.