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2w ago

Supreme Court Clarifies Contempt Filing Process Amid BJP MP’s Remarks

The Court stated Attorney General's sanction is required to proceed against MP Nishikant Dubey, who accused the Chief Justice of causing 'civil wars.'

Nishikant Dubey's criticism of the Supreme Court also drew strong ire from the opposition
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Overview

  • The Supreme Court confirmed that a petitioner does not need its permission to file a contempt plea but must secure Attorney General's approval.
  • BJP MP Nishikant Dubey accused Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna of causing 'civil wars' and questioned the judiciary's authority to interpret laws.
  • Advocate Anas Tanveer formally sought Attorney General R Venkatramani's consent to initiate criminal contempt proceedings against Dubey for his remarks.
  • BJP president J P Nadda distanced the party from Dubey's comments, labeling them as personal views and reaffirming the party's respect for judicial independence.
  • The controversy highlights ongoing tensions between legislative authority and judicial oversight, particularly as the Supreme Court reviews the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025.