Yogesh V Nayyar law of contempt of court

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Part I: Introduction to Contempt of Court

1. Meaning and Concept of Contempt
2. History and Evolution of Contempt Law
3. Object and Purpose of Contempt Law
4. Constitutional Basis for Contempt Powers
5. Contempt and Freedom of Speech: A Delicate Balance

Part II: Types and Classifications of Contempt

1. Civil Contempt
   • Disobedience to Court Orders
   • Wilful Breach of Undertaking
2. Criminal Contempt
   • Scandalizing the Authority of Courts
   • Prejudicing or Interfering with Judicial Proceedings
   • Obstruction in the Administration of Justice
3. Contempt in the Face of the Court (Direct Contempt)
4. Constructive and Technical Contempt

Part III: Law of Contempt in India

1. The Contempt of Courts Act, 1971: An Overview
2. Important Definitions (Section 2)
3. Powers of Courts to Punish for Contempt
4. Jurisdiction of the Supreme Court and High Courts
5. Limitation Period for Initiating Contempt Proceedings (Section 20)

Part IV: Defenses and Exceptions in Contempt Law

1. Fair and Reasonable Criticism of Judicial Acts
2. Truth as a Defense (Amendment to Section 13)
3. Innocent Publication and Distribution
4. Apology as a Defense
5. Defenses in Civil Contempt

Part V: Procedural Aspects

1. Procedure for Taking Cognizance of Contempt
2. Trial and Hearing of Contempt Cases
3. Appeal and Review in Contempt Cases
4. Punishments for Contempt
5. Remedies and Rights of the Contemnor

Part VI: Media and Contempt of Court

1. Freedom of Press vs. Judicial Process
2. Media Trials and Prejudice
3. Reporting Court Proceedings and Sub Judice Rule
4. Case Laws on Media Contempt

Part VII: Contempt by Advocates and Public Servants

1. Misconduct by Advocates and Contempt
2. Government Officials and Contempt
3. Contempt by Corporations and Associations

Part VIII: Comparative Study

1. Contempt Law in the United Kingdom
2. Contempt Law in the United States
3. Other Common Law Countries
4. International Perspectives and Developments

Part IX: Leading Case Laws

1. Landmark Judgments on Civil Contempt
2. Landmark Judgments on Criminal Contempt
3. Recent Cases and Their Impact
4. Contempt Cases Involving Media and Celebrities

Part X: Appendices

1. The Contempt of Courts Act, 1971 (Full Text)
2. Constitutional Provisions on Contempt (Articles 129 and 215)
3. Relevant Notifications and Circulars
4. Forms and Drafts (Notices, Apologies, etc.)