Section 6: Taking cognizance

Contempt of Courts (CAT) Rules, 1992Central Rules · 1971

Every proceeding for contempt shall be dealt with by a Bench of not less than two Members:

Provided where the contempt is alleged to have been committed in view of, presence or hearing of the Member/ (s), the same shall be dealt with by the Member/ (s) in accordance with section 14 of the Act.

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Act	Contempt of Courts (CAT) Rules, 1992
Section	6
Marginal note	Taking cognizance
Jurisdiction	Central
Status	In force as published by the source

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