B, the wife of A, a public servant, receives a diamond necklace from X, for soliciting A to provide some Govt. land at a cheaper rate (than the rate fixed) for establishing a hotel near airport. A agrees and allots the said land to X.

Fix the liability of A in this case, under provisions of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988. Also state the liability of B, if any.

Give reasons for your answer.     (15 Marks)