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The Prevention of Corruption (Amendment) Act, 2018

The Prevention of Corruption (Amendment) Act, 2018 is an important piece of legislation that aims to strengthen the fight against corruption in India. This quiz will test your understanding of the key provisions and implications of the Act.

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Question 1 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the main objective of the Prevention of Corruption (Amendment) Act, 2018?

  1. To strengthen the legal framework for combating corruption in India
  2. To promote transparency and accountability in public life
  3. To enhance the powers of anti-corruption agencies
  4. All of the above
Question 2 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following is NOT a new offense introduced by the Prevention of Corruption (Amendment) Act, 2018?

  1. Demanding or accepting bribe by a public servant
  2. Giving bribe to a public servant
  3. Abetment of bribery
  4. Criminal conspiracy to commit bribery
Question 3 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the punishment prescribed for demanding or accepting bribe by a public servant under the Prevention of Corruption (Amendment) Act, 2018?

  1. Imprisonment for a term of not less than 3 years and not more than 7 years
  2. Fine of not less than Rs. 1 lakh and not more than Rs. 10 lakhs
  3. Both imprisonment and fine
  4. None of the above
Question 4 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the punishment prescribed for giving bribe to a public servant under the Prevention of Corruption (Amendment) Act, 2018?

  1. Imprisonment for a term of not less than 3 years and not more than 7 years
  2. Fine of not less than Rs. 1 lakh and not more than Rs. 10 lakhs
  3. Both imprisonment and fine
  4. None of the above
Question 5 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the punishment prescribed for abetment of bribery under the Prevention of Corruption (Amendment) Act, 2018?

  1. Imprisonment for a term of not less than 3 years and not more than 7 years
  2. Fine of not less than Rs. 1 lakh and not more than Rs. 10 lakhs
  3. Both imprisonment and fine
  4. None of the above
Question 6 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the time limit for completing an investigation under the Prevention of Corruption (Amendment) Act, 2018?

  1. 2 months
  2. 6 months
  3. 1 year
  4. 2 years
Question 7 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the maximum punishment prescribed for possession of disproportionate assets by a public servant under the Prevention of Corruption (Amendment) Act, 2018?

  1. Imprisonment for a term of not less than 3 years and not more than 7 years
  2. Fine of not less than Rs. 1 lakh and not more than Rs. 10 lakhs
  3. Both imprisonment and fine
  4. None of the above
Question 8 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the punishment prescribed for making false or misleading statements in a declaration of assets and liabilities under the Prevention of Corruption (Amendment) Act, 2018?

  1. Imprisonment for a term of not less than 3 years and not more than 7 years
  2. Fine of not less than Rs. 1 lakh and not more than Rs. 10 lakhs
  3. Both imprisonment and fine
  4. None of the above
Question 9 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the punishment prescribed for willful failure to submit a declaration of assets and liabilities under the Prevention of Corruption (Amendment) Act, 2018?

  1. Imprisonment for a term of not less than 3 years and not more than 7 years
  2. Fine of not less than Rs. 1 lakh and not more than Rs. 10 lakhs
  3. Both imprisonment and fine
  4. None of the above
Question 10 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following is NOT a new provision introduced by the Prevention of Corruption (Amendment) Act, 2018?

  1. Attachment of property of a public servant accused of corruption
  2. Confiscation of property acquired through corruption
  3. Protection of witnesses and complainants in corruption cases
  4. None of the above
Question 11 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the maximum punishment prescribed for attachment of property of a public servant accused of corruption under the Prevention of Corruption (Amendment) Act, 2018?

  1. Imprisonment for a term of not less than 3 years and not more than 7 years
  2. Fine of not less than Rs. 1 lakh and not more than Rs. 10 lakhs
  3. Both imprisonment and fine
  4. None of the above
Question 12 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the maximum punishment prescribed for confiscation of property acquired through corruption under the Prevention of Corruption (Amendment) Act, 2018?

  1. Imprisonment for a term of not less than 3 years and not more than 7 years
  2. Fine of not less than Rs. 1 lakh and not more than Rs. 10 lakhs
  3. Both imprisonment and fine
  4. None of the above
Question 13 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the maximum punishment prescribed for protection of witnesses and complainants in corruption cases under the Prevention of Corruption (Amendment) Act, 2018?

  1. Imprisonment for a term of not less than 3 years and not more than 7 years
  2. Fine of not less than Rs. 1 lakh and not more than Rs. 10 lakhs
  3. Both imprisonment and fine
  4. None of the above
Question 14 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following is NOT a new agency created by the Prevention of Corruption (Amendment) Act, 2018?

  1. National Anti-Corruption Bureau
  2. Central Vigilance Commission
  3. Lokayuktas in states
  4. None of the above
Question 15 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the main function of the National Anti-Corruption Bureau created by the Prevention of Corruption (Amendment) Act, 2018?

  1. To investigate cases of corruption involving public servants
  2. To prosecute corrupt public servants
  3. To protect witnesses and complainants in corruption cases
  4. All of the above
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