The Supreme Court ruled that a reserved category candidate who avails relaxation in the Preliminary Examination cannot be considered selected on “General Standard” for cadre allocation. This holds true even if their final rank surpasses a General category candidate.
The Bar Council of India (BCI) approached the Supreme Court for permission to increase enrolment fees, saying it is facing a financial crisis. In July 2024, the Supreme Court ruled that State Bar Councils and the BCI cannot charge fees above the limit set by the Advocates Act. The BCI claims that the current fee limit is making it difficult for them to work properly. They have requested higher fees to improve their financial situation.