“Commercial Activities Must Comply With Advocates Act and BCI Rules”: SC Asks BCI’s Response on JustDial’s Challenge Against Madras Hc’s Lawyer Ad Ban

The Supreme Court today seeks Bar Council of India’s response to JustDial’s appeal against a Madras High Court ruling on lawyer advertisements. The Court emphasized compliance with Advocates Act and BCI regulations. JustDial argued for its role as a directory service. BCI had issued removal notice to comply with the High Court’s order. Supreme Court awaits BCI’s response.