Consider the following statements: 1. Pursuant to the report of H.N. Sanyal Committee, the Contempt of Courts Act, 1971 was passed. 2. The Constitution of India empowers the Supreme Court and the High Courts to punish for contempt of themselves. 3. The Constitution of India defines Civil Contempt and Criminal Contempt. 4. In India, the Parliament is vested with the powers to make laws on Contempt of Court. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Options

1. 1 and 2 only
2. 1, 2 and 4
3. 3 and 4 only
4. 3 only

Correct Answer

1, 2 and 4

Explanation

The Constitution empowers the SC and HCs to punish for contempt. The Contempt of Courts Act, 1971 (based on H.N. Sanyal Committee) defines civil and criminal contempt, and Parliament legislates on it.

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