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Understanding Contempt of Court in India by Kashish Goyal is a document available to read on EtoBox.
Contempt of court refers to disobedient or disrespectful behavior towards a court. It can include being rude to legal authorities in court, or failing to follow a court order. A judge can levy sanctions like fines or prison time for those found guilty of contempt. There are two types - criminal contempt which is punitive, and civil contempt which aims to coerce compliance with court orders. In India, contempt of court can be punished with up to six months imprisonment or a fine up to Rs. 2,000, or both, und
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- Kashish Goyal
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- EN