Headline
The Supreme Court of India designates 39 Advocates to Senior positions & Promotes Gender Diversity.
Summary
The Supreme Court of India on Wednesday,designated 39 advocates as senior advocates in which there are 10 women and 8 former High court judges. This recognition of women advocates is the second large-scale this year, following 11 designations in January.
Key Facts
- Total Advocates Designated:39
- Women Advocates: 10, which includes Bansuri Swaraj, Aparna Bhatt, and Indra Sawhney.
- Former High Court judges: 8, which includes T. Raja, former Acting Chief Justice of the Madras High Court.
- Other Notable Advocates: BJP spokesperson Nalin Kohli and Shadan Farasat.
Legal Insights
This move of The Supreme Court of India shows Chief Justice DY Chandrachud focusing on increasing females in the judiciary, showing gender diversity within India’s legal system.
Impact
The designation of female advocates sets a significant precedent, encouraging and pushing more women participation in the higher echelons of the legal profession of our country.
Why It Matters
These elevations to a higher position shows the commitment of the judiciary to inclusivity, paving the way for a more representative legal system in India.
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