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.
Section 21: Act not to apply to Nyaya Panchayats or other village courts.
The Contempt of Courts Act, 1971Central Act · Act 70 of 1971
Where this provision sits
| Act | The Contempt of Courts Act, 1971 |
|---|---|
| Section | 21 |
| Marginal note | Act not to apply to Nyaya Panchayats or other village courts. |
| Jurisdiction | Central |
| Status | In force as published by the source |
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