Punjab & Haryana Bar Council to Examine Allegations of Favouritism in Senior Advocate Designations

The Punjab & Haryana Bar Council has decided to examine complaints alleging favouritism in recent Senior Advocate designations. It explains the process followed for conferral of the title and concerns raised about transparency and merit-based selection. The Council plans to review nomination records and procedural compliance. The piece discusses the implications for institutional credibility and professional ethics within the legal fraternity, highlighting how reforms in designation procedures could ensure accountability and fairness in recognising senior advocates, which is crucial to maintaining public confidence in the bar and bench.