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Bar Council of India

The Bar Council of India is a statutory body established under the Advocates Act to regulate the legal practice and legal education in India.

Why it matters

  • It prescribes standards of professional conduct and etiquette for advocates.
  • It lays down the standards for legal education by recognizing universities and law colleges.
  • It acts as an appellate authority in disciplinary matters concerning professional misconduct of advocates.
  • It promotes and supports law reform and provides legal aid to the marginalized sections of society.

How it is asked

Focus on its role as a regulatory body, its constitutional or statutory basis, and its functions concerning the maintenance of professional standards and legal education quality.