KUSHA DURUKA vs STATE OF ODISHA

The Supreme Court reiterated that the administration of justice must remain unpolluted, emphasizing that any attempt to deceive the court, such as filing fabricated documents, constitutes contempt of court under Section contempt of court. The court held that individuals who engage in fraudulent practices that interfere with judicial proceedings must be punished to deter similar misconduct. The judgment reaffirmed the principle that the integrity of the judicial process is paramount and that those who mislead the court will face consequences.