Section 21

Act not to apply to Nyaya Panchayats or other village courts.

The Contempt of Courts Act, 1971

  • Act 70 of 1971
  • Ministry of Law and Justice
  • Department of Justice
About this Act

An Act to define and limit the powers of certain courts in punishing contempts of courts and to regulate their procedure in relation thereto.

All sections
    Nothing contained in this Act shall apply in relation to contempt of Nyaya Panchayats or other village courts, by whatever name known, for the administration of justice, established under any law.

Source: India Code (Legislative Department, Govt. of India). Check the official Gazette before relying on it in court. Not legal advice. Free legal aid: 15100 (NALSA) · Know your rights

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