“Why Do You Beg? It is Your Right to Appear”: Calcutta HC Advises Lawyers to Abandon Colonial-Era Courtroom Practices

Today, On 2nd September, The Calcutta High Court urged lawyers to abandon colonial-era courtroom language, such as “beg to appear,” emphasizing their constitutional right to represent clients. Similar sentiment was echoed by Justice Krishna S Dixit of the Karnataka High Court. This shift reflects India’s evolving legal system, promoting independence and dignity for all.