Administrative Tribunals Act | Appeal Against CAT Order In Contempt Proceedings Lies Before Supreme Court, Not High Court: Allahabad High Court

In a recent order dated March 22, 2024, the Supreme Court reaffirmed the exclusive jurisdiction of the Administrative Tribunals Act 1985 in contempt matters, dismissing a writ petition on grounds of maintainability. This decision clarifies the process for appealing contempt orders and highlights the distinct legal framework surrounding contempt cases. Case Details The case in question involved a contempt matter originating from the Central Administrative Tribunal, Calcutta Bench. The petitioner,…