Anup Bhushan Vohra vs R.G., H.C.Of Judicature At Calcutta

The Supreme Court, while hearing appeals under Section 19 of the Contempt of Courts Act, 1971, upheld the High Court's finding of criminal contempt against the appellants for obstructing judicial officers from entering court premises. The Court emphasized that such actions undermine the authority of the judiciary and disrupt the administration of justice, warranting punishment under the Act. The appellants were sentenced to six months of simple imprisonment and a fine, which the Supreme Court affirmed, reinforcing the principle that contempt of court must be addressed to maintain judicial integrity.