Former CJI B R Gavai said the collegium system is currently the most suitable for India despite its flaws. He also urged the government to implement the National Litigation Policy to reduce court pendency.
Today, On 19th March, The Supreme Court ruled that only the arguing counsel, the advocate-on-record (AoR), and one assisting counsel can have their names officially recorded. Additionally, the Court emphasized that a Senior Counsel cannot appear without an advocate-on-record. This decision aims to maintain procedural discipline in court proceedings. The ruling clarifies the hierarchy and roles of legal representatives before the apex court.
