In Brief
Seema Sapra appealed a High Court judgment finding her guilty of contempt of court. She sought that the case be heard by a bench not including a specific judge, fearing bias because he was acquainted with her advocate. The Supreme Court held that recusal of judges must be at the judge's own volition; parties cannot demand it unless justified. The Court noted that 28 High Court judges had already recused themselves and declined her request, finding no substantial grounds for the demand. The appeal was admitted, fresh notice issued, and the prayer for stay of operation of the judgment was disposed of without interfering with bench composition."
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