Protests against Bar Council of India chairperson

Notes

• Protests held by over 200 advocates in Delhi demanding the resignation of the Bar Council of India (BCI) chairperson.
• Controversy triggered by an August 13 BCI circular directing State Bar Councils to deny enrollment to NALSAR University of Law graduates.
• The circular was issued following student opposition to the participation of the Chief Justice of India at a convocation; it was withdrawn hours later.
• Critics argue for reforms in the BCI election mechanism, specifically advocating for a transition from the current indirect election system to a direct election model.
• Concerns raised regarding the long tenure of the BCI chairperson, who has held the position for 14 years.
• Issues cited by protesters include the presence of 'fake' advocates, with estimates suggesting 30-40% of the legal profession may be affected.

Part of a longer story

This is day 4 of 5 in BCI and NALSAR dispute, which has been running since 14 August 2026. Reading it whole is usually worth more than reading today alone — the exam asks how something developed.

• BCI Chairperson's apology to law students Before
• Internal leadership crisis in Bar Council of India After
• The whole story 5 entries