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Introduction | |
Establishment | |
Composition | |
Functions | |
State Bar Councils | |
Types of Advocates |
The Bar Council of India, established by Parliament, functions as a statutory body with the responsibility of regulating and representing the Indian Bar. Our role involves setting standards for professional conduct and etiquette, as well as exercising disciplinary authority over the legal profession.
S.R. Das
The BCI composition includes elected and ex-officio members, outlined as follows:
The BCI is led by a Chairman and a Vice-Chairman, elected by the Council from its members, with a term of two years.
The term of office for a member elected by an SBC aligns with their tenure as a member of that specific SBC.
The BCI incorporates several committees, including:
The BCI may establish funds for specific purposes, such as:
The BCI is authorized to receive grants, donations, gifts, and benefactions for the aforementioned purposes.
Additionally, the BCI has the authority to become a member of international legal bodies, exemplified by the International Bar Association or the International Legal Aid Association.
There are three categories of Advocates entitled to practice law before the Supreme Court.
A. Senior Advocate
B. Advocate-on-Record
C. Other Advocates
Name and Jurisdiction of State Bar Councils
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