
The Supreme Court has ruled that even individuals or authorities not party to original proceedings can be held liable for contempt if they knowingly facilitate disobedience of court orders. It criticized government bodies for delayed appeals and non-compliance, emphasizing that such conduct undermines judicial authority and public trust. The court urged strict action against disobedient litigants, warning that failure to comply or inform courts of implementation difficulties may lead to contempt proceedings, including criminal contempt in some cases.
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