Bar Council of India Removes 107 Fake Advocates from Delhi Roll to Uphold Legal Integrity

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Bar Council of India Removes 107 Fake Advocates from  Delhi Roll to Uphold Legal Integrity The Bar Council of India (BCI) has taken decisive action in a sweeping initiative aimed at maintaining the integrity of the legal profession by removing 107 fake advocates  from the Roll of Advocates in Delhi  between 2019 and October 2024. This step comes as part of the BCI's rigorous verification process to ensure that only qualified, genuinely practising advocates remain in the profession, ultimately upholding public trust in the legal system. Strengthened Verification Framework Under Rule 32 This effort falls under Rule 32 of the Bar Council of India Certificate and Place of Practice (Verification) Rules, 2015 . The BCI  amended Rule 32 on June 23, 2023 , which empowered the BCI to verify, identify, and systematically remove unqualified and fake advocates from the Roll. The rule amendment has made the process of weeding out non-compliant individuals significantly more efficient. Accordi
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Balancing Political Funding and Donor Privacy in India

Balancing Political Funding and Donor Privacy in India


Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Rajiv Kumar recently addressed the pressing need to balance transparency in political funding with the protection of donor privacy, especially in light of the Supreme Court's ruling on the Electoral Bond Scheme. The decision by the apex court to strike down the scheme, which allowed for anonymous funding to political parties, has brought forth crucial questions regarding the disclosure of political donations and the privacy rights of donors.


Legal Framework:

The legal framework governing political funding in India encompasses various laws and regulations aimed at ensuring transparency and accountability. Key among these is the Representation of the People Act, of 1951, which governs the conduct of elections and mandates the disclosure of election expenses by candidates and political parties. Additionally, the Finance Act, of 2017, introduced the Electoral Bond Scheme, providing a mechanism for individuals and corporations to make anonymous donations to political parties. However, the recent Supreme Court ruling invalidated this scheme, emphasizing the importance of transparency in political funding.


Constitutional Provisions:

Constitutional provisions relevant to political funding include the principles of democracy, equality, and the right to information. Article 324 of the Constitution empowers the Election Commission of India (ECI) to oversee the conduct of elections and ensures free and fair polls. Moreover, Article 19(1)(a) guarantees the right to freedom of speech and expression, which encompasses the right to information about the functioning of political parties and their sources of funding.


Case Laws:

The Supreme Court has played a significant role in shaping the legal landscape surrounding political funding in India. In the case of Association for Democratic Reforms v. Union of India (2002), the Court upheld the right of citizens to know the assets and criminal records of election candidates, emphasizing the importance of transparency in electoral processes. Furthermore, in its recent ruling on the Electoral Bond Scheme, the Court underscored the need for disclosure of political donations to uphold the principles of transparency and accountability.


Conclusion:

As India prepares for crucial elections, the issue of political funding remains paramount. While transparency is essential for ensuring the integrity of the electoral process, protecting the privacy rights of donors is equally vital. The statements made by CEC Rajiv Kumar highlight the need for striking a balance between these competing interests and establishing robust institutional mechanisms to achieve this objective. Moving forward, policymakers, electoral authorities, and civil society must work together to uphold democratic values while safeguarding individual rights and freedoms.

Location: Pune, Maharashtra, India

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