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Section 5. Fair criticism of judicial act not contempt. The Contempt of Courts Act, 1971
In force All India (Central Act)
5. Fair criticism of judicial act not contempt.
A person shall not be guilty of contempt of court for publishing any fair comment on the merits of any case which has been heard and finally decided.
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