THE ADVOCATES ACT, 1961 BARE ACT ENGLISH EDITION 2025
The Advocates Act, 1961 is a comprehensive Indian law that regulates the legal profession. It establishes the Bar Council of India and State Bar Councils, defines the qualifications for advocates, and outlines their rights and responsibilities. The Act aims to unify and consolidate laws related to legal practitioners, replacing previous legislation like the Legal Practitioners Act, 1879.
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Key Features:
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Establishment of Bar Councils:The Act provides for the creation of the Bar Council of India (BCI) and State Bar Councils (SBCs).