Supreme Court Seeks Response on Plea for Women’s Reservation in Bar Council Elections

The Supreme Court has issued notice to the Bar Council of India and all State Bar Councils on a petition seeking mandatory representation of women in elected bar bodies.

The petitioner submitted that women constitute a significant portion of practising lawyers but remain underrepresented in bar council elections, affecting their participation in professional decision-making.

The Court asked the BCI and state councils to file their responses, noting that the plea raises an important question about ensuring equal opportunities for women in the legal profession.

The matter will be taken up after the authorities place their stand on record.

[Petitioner v. Bar Council of India]