The Supreme Court Bench led by CJI Gavai highlighted the need for discipline in arguments, cautioning against rushed submissions. Justice Narasimha advised younger lawyers to return to the “old-school” habit of reading judgments completely.
New Delhi: On September 11, the Supreme Court of India took note of the way lawyers are presenting arguments in court, with Chief Justice of India B.R. Gavai and Justice P.S. Narasimha making strong observations on courtroom discipline and advocacy practices.
During the hearing, CJI Gavai expressed difficulty in following arguments when lawyers hurriedly jump from one point to another without properly explaining them.
He observed,
“It’s hard to follow when lawyers skip through points.”
The Chief Justice pointed out that the flow of submissions becomes unclear when counsel move too fast or only give fragmented references, making it harder for the Bench to fully appreciate the legal issues.
Adding to this, Justice P.S. Narasimha addressed younger lawyers and advised them to focus on traditional advocacy methods that bring more clarity to courtrooms.
He said,
“Younger lawyers should return to the old-school method of reading judgments fully.”
Justice Narasimha stressed that going through judgments in detail, instead of picking out only short extracts, helps lawyers understand the reasoning of the court and present their cases in a stronger and more structured manner.
The remarks from both judges highlight a growing concern that in today’s fast-paced practice, advocates often rely heavily on short notes, case digests, or digital summaries instead of reading and presenting judgments in their entirety.
This trend, according to the Bench, risks weakening the overall quality of arguments and may prevent judges from getting the full context of a case.
By stressing the importance of patient, thorough, and disciplined argumentation, the Supreme Court has reminded the legal fraternity that effective advocacy is not about speed or shortcuts, but about depth, preparation, and clarity.
The observations also send a message to law students and younger members of the Bar that building a strong foundation requires going back to basics—carefully reading judgments, respecting precedents, and presenting arguments in a structured sequence.
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The exchange between CJI Gavai and Justice Narasimha reflects the Court’s larger commitment to improving advocacy standards and ensuring that justice delivery remains rooted in precision and quality.
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