Reviewed case brief

D.C. Saxena v Chief Justice of India

(1996) 5 SCC 216

## Facts (2-3 lines)

professional-ethicscontempt-of-courtbar-bench-relationsduty-to-court
Court
Supreme Court of India
Year
1996
Subjects
Professional Ethics and Professional Accounting System
Reviewed
2026-08-02

Rule established

Scandalizing the court or making reckless allegations against judges constitutes contempt; advocates owe a duty of respect to the judiciary.

Facts

    Issues

      Held

        Ratio decidendi

        How to use it in an exam

        Editorial source

        (1996) 5 SCC 216

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