Consider the following statements: 1. Pursuant to the report of H.N. Sanyal Committee, the Contempt of Courts Act, 1971 was passed. 2. The Constitution of India empowers the Supreme Court and the High Courts to punish for contempt of themselves. 3. The Constitution of India defines Civil Contempt and Criminal Contempt. 4. In India, the Parliament is vested with the powers to make laws on Contempt of Court. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Answer B (official UPSC key)Contempt of Courts Act 1971 followed the H.N. Sanyal Committee | Constitution empowers SC and HCs to punish contempt of themselves | Parliament makes laws on contempt | NOT: Constitution defines civil and criminal contempt