Law of Contempt

This book offers a comprehensive treatment of the Law of Contempt in India, focusing on the statutory framework and procedural aspects governing contempt jurisdiction. Authored by P. S. Narayana and Vidyadhar Bhatt Chakrahari, the 7th Edition consolidates the Contempt of Courts Act, 1971 along with allied materials, rules, and reports. It serves as a single reference source for understanding the scope, application, and administration of contempt law across courts in India.

Key Features:

• Complete text and structured analysis of the Contempt of Courts Act, 1971
• Inclusion of the Contempt of Courts (Amendment) Act, 2006 with contextual explanation
• Compilation of Central and State Rules relating to contempt proceedings
• General model forms for initiating and conducting contempt actions
• Reproduction and discussion of the Sanyal Committee Report on contempt law
• Extensive appendices for ready reference and procedural clarity
• Practical orientation for handling civil and criminal contempt matters

This book is useful for practicing advocates, judges, judicial officers, law students, academicians, and legal professionals dealing with constitutional courts and contempt proceedings.

I. The Contempt of Courts Act, 1971
II. General Model Forms
III. Rules (Central and State)
IV. Sanyal Committee Report
V. Appendices
VI. Contempt of Courts (Amendment) Act, 2006