In Delhi Judicial Service Association v. State of Gujarat (1991), arising from the assault, arrest and…
The Court held that, being the apex court and a superior court of record, it "has jurisdiction to initiate or entertain proceedings for contempt of subordinate courts" under…
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In Delhi Judicial Service Association v. State of Gujarat (1991), arising from the assault, arrest and handcuffing of the Chief Judicial Magistrate of Nadiad by police officers, what did the Supreme Court hold about its powers under Article 129?
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The Court held that, being the apex court and a superior court of record, it "has jurisdiction to initiate or entertain proceedings for contempt of subordinate courts" under Article 129. It found the police officers guilty of criminal contempt. The power is to be used sparingly, where the contempt is likely to have repercussions throughout the country.
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