SC Orders Oversight of Bar Council Decisions
The Supreme Court has ordered judicial oversight of decisions made by the Bar Council of India, following petitions raising allegations against chairman Manan Kumar Mishra. Key concerns raised in the petition include the extension of tenure for the BCI chairperson and vice-chairperson, the formation of the BCI Pearl First Trust, land acquisition disputes with the Goa government, and extravagant expenditures on felicitations. The Bench, led by Chief Justice Surya Kant, emphasized that while the court will not interfere in day-to-day functions, institutional integrity must be maintained. The Attorney-General and Solicitor-General are to be consulted on policy issues until elections are held.
Key Points
- The Supreme Court questioned the BCI regarding tenure extensions and administrative decisions.
- Allegations included formation of trusts and land allotments involving BCI office-bearers.
- The court emphasized maintaining institutional integrity without disrupting day-to-day BCI functions.
- The Attorney-General and Solicitor-General will be consulted on policy issues until elections.
Exam Facts
- Article 17 abolishes untouchability in all forms and protects civil rights.
- The BCI chairperson's maximum period of tenure is two years under the rule 12(2), Chapter I, Part II of the Bar Council of India Rules.
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