UPSC PRELIMS · POLITY · CONTEMPT OF COURTS
Consider the following statements: 1. Pursuant to the report of H.N. Sanyal Committee, the Contempt of Courts Act, 1971 was passed. 2. The Constitution of India empowers the Supreme Court and the High Courts to punish for contempt of themselves. 3. The Constitution of India defines Civil Contempt and Criminal Contempt. 4. In India, the Parliament is vested with the powers to make laws on Contempt of Court. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Take a breath. Choose one. Press A–D on your keyboard if you like.
EXPLANATION
The H.N. Sanyal Committee preceded the Contempt of Courts Act, 1971; Articles 129 and 215 recognize contempt powers, while Parliament can legislate on the subject.
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