Indian govt introduces Advocates Amendment Bill, seeks suggestions
The Indian government has introduced the Advocates Amendment Bill to strengthen the country’s legal framework and has sought suggestions from the general public.
A spokesperson of the Indian Law Ministry said the Act was first introduced in 1961 to regulate the legal profession, safeguard client interests, and elevate the professional standards of advocates.
The Bar Council of India and State Bar Councils were set up under the act to oversee the conduct and discipline of lawyers.
“As part of its ongoing commitment to reform, the government is bringing changes to make the legal profession fair, transparent, and accessible to all.
The Department of Legal Affairs is proposing to amend the Advocates Act, 1961 to address contemporary challenges and meet the needs of a growing nation,” he said.
The official said that these amendments aim to align the legal profession and legal education with global best practices.
The reforms will focus on improving legal education, equipping lawyers to meet the demands of a rapidly changing world, and raising professional standards.
The ultimate goal is to ensure that the legal profession contributes to the creation of a just and equitable society, and developed nation.
Therefore, the Advocates Amendment Bill, 2025 and a tabular statement depicting existing provisions and proposed changes have been prepared.
“Now comments/feedback from the public as a part of the public consultation exercise on the draft amendments. The draft Bill and the tabular statement can be accessed at https://legalaffairs.gov.in/.
Comments on the draft Bill can be sent by email on dhruvakumar.1973@gov.in and impcell-dla@nic.in by 28 February 2025,” he added.
