Meaning
Disrespecting the legal system
Cultural Background
In Bangladesh, the High Court is very active in issuing 'suo motu' (on its own motion) contempt notices against officials who ignore its directives, making this phrase a staple of daily news. The Calcutta High Court has a long history of high-profile contempt cases. The phrase is often used in political rallies to criticize the state government's handling of court orders. The concept of 'Lordship' (ধর্মাবতার) is still culturally linked to the judiciary. Disrespecting a judge is seen not just as a legal error but as a moral failing in traditional views. With the rise of social media, 'Digital Contempt' is a new concern. People are often warned that 'liking' or 'sharing' a post that insults the judiciary could lead to 'আদালত অবমাননা'.
Use with 'করা'
Always remember that this is an action. You 'do' (করা) contempt of court.
Very Formal
Don't use this with friends unless you are joking about being 'judged' by them.
Meaning
Disrespecting the legal system
Use with 'করা'
Always remember that this is an action. You 'do' (করা) contempt of court.
Very Formal
Don't use this with friends unless you are joking about being 'judged' by them.
Legal Context
If you are writing for a newspaper or a formal essay, this is the only acceptable term for 'Contempt of Court'.
Apology
In Bengali legal culture, a 'নিঃশর্ত ক্ষমা' (unconditional apology) is the most common way to get out of a contempt charge.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct form of the phrase.
বিচারকের আদেশ অমান্য করাকে ______ বলা হয়।
Disobeying a judge's order is specifically called 'Contempt of Court' (আদালত অবমাননা).
Which sentence is the most formal and correct?
Choose the correct sentence:
This sentence uses the correct formal structure and legal terminology.
Match the situation to the correct legal term.
A journalist writes an article saying a judge took a bribe.
Scandalizing the court or accusing a judge of corruption without proof is criminal contempt.
Complete the dialogue.
উকিল: আপনি যদি কাল কোর্টে না যান, তবে জজ সাহেব আপনার বিরুদ্ধে ______ জারি করবেন।
A lawyer would warn a client about a contempt notice for failing to appear.
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Visual Learning Aids
Types of আদালত অবমাননা
Civil (দেওয়ানি)
- • Disobeying orders
- • Ignoring summons
- • Breach of undertaking
Criminal (ফৌজদারি)
- • Scandalizing the court
- • Interfering with justice
- • Insulting a judge
Practice Bank
4 exercisesবিচারকের আদেশ অমান্য করাকে ______ বলা হয়।
Disobeying a judge's order is specifically called 'Contempt of Court' (আদালত অবমাননা).
Choose the correct sentence:
This sentence uses the correct formal structure and legal terminology.
A journalist writes an article saying a judge took a bribe.
Scandalizing the court or accusing a judge of corruption without proof is criminal contempt.
উকিল: আপনি যদি কাল কোর্টে না যান, তবে জজ সাহেব আপনার বিরুদ্ধে ______ জারি করবেন।
A lawyer would warn a client about a contempt notice for failing to appear.
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Frequently Asked Questions
10 questionsNo, it can also be for disobeying court orders or interfering with court staff.
Yes, in both Bangladesh and India, contempt of court can lead to fines or imprisonment.
Civil is disobeying orders; Criminal is insulting the court's authority publicly.
Yes, if they misbehave in court or mislead the judge.
Constructive and logical criticism is usually allowed, but insulting the judge is not.
You can say 'কোর্টকে অপমান করা' (Insulting the court).
Yes, it is identical in both regions.
Yes, if it scandalizes the court, it can be treated as criminal contempt.
The opposite would be 'সম্মান' (Respect) or 'মান্য করা' (Obeying).
It is a compound noun, but it becomes a verb when you add 'করা'.
Related Phrases
আইন অমান্য
similarDisobeying the law
শোকজ নোটিশ
builds onShow cause notice
বিচারবিভাগীয় তদন্ত
specialized formJudicial inquiry
অশোভন আচরণ
similarIndecent behavior
নিঃশর্ত ক্ষমা
contrastUnconditional apology
