Contempt of Court

Contempt of Court refers to the power of the judiciary to punish individuals for actions that undermine the authority, dignity, or administration of justice, categorized into civil contempt involving willful disobedience of court orders and criminal contempt involving the publication of matter that scandalizes or lowers the authority of the court.

Why it matters

Ensures the effective implementation of judicial decisions and maintains the rule of law.
Protects the institutional integrity of the judiciary from baseless attacks that could erode public confidence.
Balances the fundamental right to freedom of speech with the necessity of an impartial and respected judicial system.

How it is asked

Focus on the constitutional provisions under Article 129 and Article 215, the distinction between civil and criminal contempt, and the evolving judicial interpretation regarding fair criticism versus scandalizing the court.

In the news

Supreme Court on judicial officer's courtroom outburst 11 September

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