P. R. Adikesavan vs The Registrar General High Court Of ...

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of P.R. Adikesavan for contempt of court under the Contempt of Courts Act, 1971, affirming the Madras High Court's decision. The appellant was found guilty of obstructing the execution of a non-bailable warrant issued against him, which constituted contempt. The court emphasized the importance of maintaining the authority of the judiciary and the consequences of undermining court orders.