Madras High Court Holds Litigant Guilty of Contempt for Genocide Allegation Against Judge

The Madras High Court held a litigant guilty of contempt of court for accusing a judge of genocide and making scandalous remarks against other judges.

The Court noted that instead of expressing regret, the litigant repeated the allegations and demanded an apology from the Bench. It observed that such conduct scandalises the institution and interferes with judicial proceedings.

However, the Court granted him one final opportunity to file an unconditional affidavit of apology showing genuine remorse.

If he fails to do so by the next hearing, the Court said it will impose punishment under Section 12 of the Contempt of Courts Act, 1971, including possible simple imprisonment.

[High Court of Madras v. T Ashok Surana]