The Jammu and Kashmir High Court recognized that the Bar Council of India guidelines do not permit female advocates to appear in court with their faces covered. This was highlighted after a claimant, Advocate Syed Ainain Qadri, refused to remove her covering. Ultimately, the Court dismissed the related case on December 13.
A petition filed in the Madras High Court seeks a directive for Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin to adhere to the formal dress code for government officials. The plea argues that Udhayanidhi’s casual attire and display of the DMK party symbol at official events violate constitutional provisions and government regulations.
A plea has been filed in the Supreme Court challenging NG Acharya and DK Marathe College’s ban on religious attire. The college enforced a dress code prohibiting burqas, hijabs, and niqabs, prompting nine students to contest the notice. The plea argues that the college lacks the authority to impose such restrictions, violating the students’ rights and contradicting inclusivity objectives.
The Supreme Court of India set to hear a petition challenging the mandatory requirement for lawyers to wear black coats, citing unsuitability for the hot climate. The petitioner calls for alternative dress code options to accommodate diverse climatic conditions. The petition seeks exemptions during summer months and a committee to study the health impacts.
