The Bar Council of India (BCI) has prohibited seven law colleges from admitting students for the academic year 2024-2025 onwards due to non-compliance with educational standards. This decision follows a comprehensive review by the BCI of the institutions’ adherence to regulations.
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NEW DELHI: The Bar Council of India (BCI) has barred seven law colleges from admitting students for the academic year 2024-2025 and beyond, pending further notice. This decision follows a comprehensive review of these institutions’ adherence to educational standards and regulations.
Affected Institutions
The seven colleges affected by this prohibition are:
- H. S. Law College, Agra Road, Etah, Uttar Pradesh
- Affiliated with Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar University, Agra.
- Affiliated with Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar University, Agra.
- Master Somnath Law College, 5 KM Stone from Saras Circle, NH-11, Agra Road, Bharatpur, Rajasthan
- Affiliated with Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar Law University, Jaipur.
- Affiliated with Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar Law University, Jaipur.
- Shri Krishna College of Law, Vill-Johnmani, P.O. Daula, Baghpat-Meerut Road, District Baghpat, Uttar Pradesh
- Affiliated with Chaudhary Charan Singh University, Meerut.
- Affiliated with Chaudhary Charan Singh University, Meerut.
- Sri Eshwar Reddy College of Law, 47/1A Anjimedu, Yerpedu Mandal, Tirupati District, Andhra Pradesh
- Affiliated with Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupati.
- Affiliated with Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupati.
- Sri Shirdi Sai Vidya Parishad, Sri Shirdi Sai Law College, MSSR Complex, Main Road, Gavarapalem, Anakapalli, Andhra Pradesh
- Affiliated with Andhra University, Visakhapatnam.
- Affiliated with Andhra University, Visakhapatnam.
- S. S. College of Law, Village Manpur Kalan Khair, Gata Number 276, PO Madanpur, Tehsil Khair, District Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh
- Affiliated with Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar University, Agra.
- Affiliated with Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar University, Agra.
- Teju Singh Memorial Law College, Shabaipur, Gajraula, J. P. Nagar, Uttar Pradesh
- Affiliated with Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University, Bareilly.
Reasons for the Ban
The BCI’s decision is rooted in these institutions reportedly failing to meet the required standards set for legal education in India. While specific details regarding the deficiencies have not been disclosed, it is common for such issues to include:
- Inadequate infrastructure.
- Lack of qualified faculty.
- Non-compliance with academic regulations.
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This prohibition has significant implications for both current and prospective students. The colleges listed will not be able to enroll new students until they address the necessary standards and receive clearance from the BCI. Current students are urged to stay updated through official channels regarding their academic status and available options.
The BCI emphasized-
“The Bar Council of India is committed to upholding global standards of excellence in legal education. Institutions that do not adhere to our regulations will be subject to stringent action.”
The affected colleges are expected to address the identified issues promptly and apply for a review once they have rectified the deficiencies. The BCI will re-evaluate these institutions and may lift the prohibition if they are found to be in full compliance with the required standards.
The BCI reiterated-
“The institutions are required to promptly implement corrective measures to meet the educational standards.”
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