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All India Bar Exam (AIBE-XIX) Syllabus 2025: Subjects, Weightage and Latest Updates

S. NO Topic/Subject Number of Questions 1. Constitutional law 10 2. I. P. C. (Indian Penal Code) & (New) Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 8 ...

  • 21 Sep, 2024

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Remedies Available to an Advocate Against Punishment for Misconduct

There are following remedies available to advocate who was punished for professional misconduct Appeal to the Bar Council of India (Section 37 of the Advocates Act) Who can Appeal? An...

  • 21 May, 2024

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Power of Bar Council of India For Punishment for Misconduct

  The Bar Council of India (BCI) has the power to punish advocates for professional or other misconduct under the following provisions as contained in section 36 of Advocate Act 1961: R...

  • 21 May, 2024

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STATE BAR COUNCIL'S POWER TO PUNISH MISCONDUCT BY ADVOCATES

INITIATING PROCEEDINGS:The State Bar Council can punish advocates for misconduct under the Advocates Act (Section 35). This happens upon receiving a complaint or suspecting an advocate's wrongdoin...

  • 21 May, 2024

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Professional Misconduct with Landmark Case Laws

  INTRODUCTION An advocate is a respected and important member of society, and their actions set an example for others. To maintain the integrity of the legal profession, advocates must ad...

  • 21 May, 2024

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Restrictions on Employment of Advocates with Landmark Supreme Court Judgments

  INTRODUCTION The legal profession is considered "noble" due to its role in upholding justice. However, this title carries a responsibility for lawyers to perform their duties w...

  • 21 May, 2024

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Right to Practice Law in India: Constitutional Provisions and BCI Rules

INTRODUCTION The right to practice law in India is governed by the Advocates Act, 1961. According to the Act, only advocates who are enrolled with the State Bar Council and have the necessary qu...

  • 21 May, 2024

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Powers and Functions of the Bar Council of India

INTRODUCTION The Bar Council of India is a statutory body that regulates and represents the Indian bar. It was created by Parliament under the Advocates Act, 1961. It prescribes standards of prof...

  • 21 May, 2024

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Composition of the Bar Council of India: Structure and Representation

INTRODUCTION The Bar Council of India is a statutory body that regulates and represents the Indian bar. It was created by Parliament under the Advocates Act, 1961. It prescribes standards of prof...

  • 21 May, 2024

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Powers and Functions of State Bar Councils under the Advocates Act

  State Bar Councils in India play a critical role in regulating the legal profession and ensuring its smooth functioning.  Established under the Advocates Act, these councils are vested ...

  • 21 May, 2024

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Composition of State Bar Councils in India: Members and Structure

COMPOSITION OF STATE BAR COUNCIL Each Council has a Chairman and Vice-Chairman elected by the Council members themselves following a prescribed procedure. Ex-Officio Members: The specific mem...

  • 21 May, 2024

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Duty of Advocates in Imparting Training Under the Bar Council of India Rules

INTRODUCTION An advocate (lawyer) should always behave in a way that is fitting for their role as a respected member of the legal community and a representative of the Court. They should remember t...

  • 20 May, 2024

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Duty to Render Free Legal Aid :BCI Rules

INTRODUCTION An advocate (lawyer) should always behave in a way that is fitting for their role as a respected member of the legal community and a representative of the Court. They should remember t...

  • 20 May, 2024

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Duty of Advocates Towards Colleagues: Bar Council of India Rules and Ethical Guidelines

  INTRODUCTION An advocate (lawyer) should always behave in a way that is fitting for their role as a respected member of the legal community and a representative of the Court. They should ...

  • 20 May, 2024

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Duty of Advocates Towards Opponents: Ethical Obligations under BCI Rules

  INTRODUCTION An advocate (lawyer) should always behave in a way that is fitting for their role as a respected member of the legal community and a representative of the Court. They should ...

  • 20 May, 2024

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Duty of Advocates Towards Clients: Bar Council of India Guidelines

INTRODUCTION An advocate (lawyer) should always behave in a way that is fitting for their role as a respected member of the legal community and a representative of the Court. They should remember tha...

  • 20 May, 2024

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Duty of Advocates Towards the Court: Ethical and Professional Obligations under BCI Rules

INTRODUCTION An advocate (lawyer) should always behave in a way that is fitting for their role as a respected member of the legal community and a representative of the Court. They should remember t...

  • 20 May, 2024

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Restrictions on Senior Advocates: Professional Conduct and BCI Regulations

  INTRODUCTION The profession of advocacy has a long history, dating back to ancient Greece and Rome. In fact, Emperor Justinian compared lawyers to soldiers, recognizing their important ro...

  • 20 May, 2024

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