Understanding the Role of an Advocate-on-Record in the Supreme Court
The Supreme Court of India has a unique system where only Advocates-on-Record (AORs) are entitled to file documents and represent clients officially before the court. Becoming an AOR requires not only years of practice but also passing a rigorous examination conducted by the Supreme Court itself. The role of an AOR extends beyond filing. They...
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Evolution of Public Interest Litigation (PIL) in India
Public Interest Litigation (PIL) emerged in India during the 1970s as a powerful judicial innovation. It allowed any individual or group to approach courts on behalf of those unable to do so, expanding access to justice beyond traditional rules of locus standi. Early PILs focused on bonded labor, prison reforms, and environmental protection. Cases like...
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