Central Act
The Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988
An Act to consolidate and amend the law relating to the prevention of corruption and for matters connected therewith.
| Act number | 49 of 1988 |
|---|---|
| Enacted | 1988-09-09 |
| In force from | 1988-09-09 |
| Ministry | Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions |
| Department | Department of Personnel and Training |
| Sections | 35 |
| Section text held | Registry entry; certified PDF held |
Other Acts of the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions
- The Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024
- The Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013
- The Right to Information Act, 2005
- The Central Vigilance Commission Act, 2003
- The Administrative Tribunals Act, 1985
- The Former Secretary of State Service Officers (Conditions of Service) Act, 1972
- The All-India Services Act, 1951
- The Delhi Special Police Establishment Act, 1946
Questions this page answers
When did the The Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 come into force?
It came into force on 1988-09-09, having been enacted on 1988-09-09.
Which ministry administers it?
The Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions (Department of Personnel and Training).
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