DEEPAK K. PRAHLADKA vs C.J.,P.S.MISHRA(NOWRESIGNED)H.C.CAL.&ANR

The Supreme Court upheld the Calcutta High Court's decision finding the appellant guilty of contempt of court under the Contempt of Courts Act, 1971, for making scandalous statements against judges. The Court emphasized that the appellant, being a self-proclaimed law researcher, should have known better than to file contempt petitions against judges without substantial evidence. The Court confirmed the six-month imprisonment and fine of Rs. 2,000 imposed by the High Court, stating that such conduct undermines the administration of justice.