Supreme Court Mandates Reservation for Women in SCAORA Governing Body

The Supreme Court of India directed reservation of key posts for women lawyers in the Supreme Court Advocates-on-Record Association (SCAORA).

Invoking its powers under Article 142, the Court ordered that the posts of Secretary, Joint Treasurer, and two Executive Committee members be reserved for women in upcoming elections.

The move came in response to concerns over low representation of women in leadership roles. Notably, both sides agreed to the proposal.

The Court emphasised the need to ensure adequate representation of women in decision-making positions within the legal profession.

[Vivya Nagpal v. Supreme Court Advocates on Record Association]