The Allahabad High Court clarified that the Bar Council of Uttar Pradesh may decide seniority disputes relating to Elders Committees under the Advocates Act, but cannot directly interfere in elections of independent Bar Associations registered as societies across Uttar Pradesh.
Today, On 13th September, The Supreme Court called for data on lawyers’ strikes in Uttar Pradesh, focusing on Faizabad. Concerned about the impact on judicial proceedings, the Court intends to broaden the case’s scope beyond Faizabad. It emphasized advocates’ responsibility as officers of the court. The next hearing is on September 23, with expected interim orders.
