In Brief
An IAS officer challenged his dismissal from service for abuse of office and corrupt practice. The case arose from allegations that the officer had decided administrative cases in favour of a lady lawyer due to their personal relationship, rather than on legal merit. The Supreme Court upheld the dismissal, holding that 'gratification' under anti-corruption law is not limited to monetary benefit but extends to any favour or benefit derived from abuse of office, including bias in decision-making based on personal relationships. The punishment was found justified."
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