M.V.JAYARAJAN vs HIGH COURT OF KERALA

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of M.V. Jayarajan for criminal contempt under Section 12 of the Contempt of Courts Act, 1971, affirming that his derogatory remarks about the judiciary during a public speech undermined the authority of the court. The Court emphasized that such statements could incite public disrespect towards judicial decisions, thereby obstructing the administration of justice. The sentence of six months imprisonment and a fine of Rs. 2000 was confirmed, reinforcing the need for respect towards judicial institutions.