Indian Penal Code, 1860
171E.
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:
Provided that bribery by treating shall be punished with fine only.
Explanation- "Treating" means that form of bribery where the
gratification consists in food, drink, entertainment, or provision.