The SCBA and SCAORA condemn the Enforcement Directorate’s summons to senior advocates Arvind Datar and Pratap Venugopal for providing legal advice, labeling it an attack on lawyer-client privilege and the independence of the legal profession. They urge the Chief Justice of India to safeguard advocates’ rights and uphold constitutional protections.
The Bar Council of India has urged the Supreme Court Bar Association and SCAORA to reconsider their decision against holding a farewell for Justice Bela M. Trivedi, emphasizing the importance of tradition and respect in the judiciary. Both associations’ refusal raises concerns within the legal community regarding adherence to protocol.
