Summary
- The Supreme Court has ruled in Gaurav Kumar v. Union of India that State Bar Councils cannot charge enrolment fees beyond the limits set by Section 24(1)(f) of the Advocates Act, 1961.
- This landmark decision emphasizes that additional fees cannot be imposed as a precondition for enrolment, reinforcing statutory compliance.
- The ruling will have prospective effect, shaping future enrolment practices across State Bar Councils in India.
- This case highlights the critical regulatory role of State Bar Councils and their relationship with the Bar Council of India in maintaining legal standards.
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