81% Women Lawyers Feel Their Career Path Is Tougher Than Male Colleagues, 34% Report Facing Gender Bias at Work: SCBA Survey

The Supreme Court Bar Association’s report, “Documenting Voices of Women Legal Professionals in India,” surveyed 2,604 female lawyers nationwide, highlighting persistent gender bias. 81% feel their career path is tougher than male colleagues, and 34% report workplace discrimination.

PIL Seeking Representation of Women, Queer, and SC/ST Lawyers in Bar Councils: Supreme Court Issues Notice

Today, On 26th November, Supreme Court responded to a PIL seeking proportional representation of women, queer individuals, lawyers with disabilities, and members of marginalized communities in the Bar Council of India and State Bar Councils. The court has now issued notice in the matter.