Contempt of Courts and the Law

Contempt of Courts and the Law by Nayan Joshi is a comprehensive work that systematically examines the law relating to contempt of court in India. The book delves into the principles, procedures, and statutory framework governing contempt under various enactments, including the Contempt of Courts Act, 1971, and the latest provisions under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 and Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023. It also discusses contempt proceedings under the Civil Procedure Code, 1908 and the Constitution of India, making it a valuable reference for understanding both the civil and criminal aspects of contempt law.

Key Features:

• Exhaustive coverage of Contempt of Courts Act, 1971 with detailed analysis of statutory provisions and judicial interpretations.
• Incorporates new provisions relating to criminal contempt under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 and Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023.
• Includes discussion on civil contempt proceedings under the Civil Procedure Code, 1908.
• Explains constitutional dimensions of contempt, including powers of higher judiciary under Articles 129 and 215.
• Comparative treatment of provisions from the Indian Penal Code, 1860 and Criminal Procedure Code, 1973, with updated references to new criminal laws.
• Contains useful appendices for quick reference, aiding practitioners, students, and scholars in research and application.

This book is indispensable for advocates, judicial officers, law students, and academicians seeking a thorough understanding of contempt jurisprudence in India under both traditional and newly enacted laws.

Introduction
PART I Contempt of Courts Act, 1971
PART II Criminal Contempt under Indian Penal Code, 1860
PART III Criminal Contempt under Criminal Procedure Code, 1973
PART IV Contempt under Civil Procedure Code, 1908
PART V Contempt under the Constitution of India