What does “Known sources of income” mean according

Q: Answer-What does “Known sources of income” mean according to the PC Act?

Known sources of income refers to income derived from lawful sources that the public servant can prove by acceptable evidence. It is not limited to declared income or taxable income alone. Courts have clarified that the burden initially lies on the prosecution to show disproportion, after which the accused must satisfactorily explain the lawful origin of the assets.

to the PC Act?

A Declared income only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

B Taxable sources only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

C Lawful sources proven by evidence Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

D All money deposited in bank Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

E All income including black money Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

Solution

“Known sources of income” refers to income derived from lawful sources that the public servant can prove by acceptable evidence. It is not limited to declared income or taxable income alone. Courts have clarified that the burden initially lies on the prosecution to show disproportion, after which the accused must satisfactorily explain the lawful origin of the assets.

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