'Uncalled for': CJI pulls up Bar Council of India over threat of action against NALSAR students
In a surprising turn of events, the Supreme Court voiced its disapproval on Friday for the Bar Council of India's (BCI) decision to bar the enrollment of 2026 NALSAR University law graduates as advocates. The order, later revoked, came after a group of students objected to Chief Justice Surya Kant being invited as the chief guest at the university's convocation ceremony.
The court emphasized that students have the right to protest peacefully, questioning the BCI's authority to take action. The court also stayed any coercive measures by the BCI or state councils, deeming the BCI's letter "uncalled for." The BCI had initially directed state bar councils not to enroll the 2026 NALSAR graduates, but reversed its decision after public backlash.
Around 450 students had requested the university to reconsider Kant's participation following complaints about his stance on "police brutality" against students who protested against the NEET-UG question paper leak.
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