BCI suspends enrolment of NALSAR graduates, swiftly revokes decision

Gist The Bar Council of India BCI initially suspended the enrolment of NALSAR University's 2026 graduates following student protests against the Chief Justice of India's convocation participation. However, the BCI swiftly reversed this decision, ensuring student enrolments proceed pending an inquiry report, emphasizing that innocent students would not face penalties. Background The BCI's temporary suspension of enrolments for NALSAR University of Law's 2026 batch arose from student protests. These protests specifically opposed the participation of Chief Justice of India Surya Kant in the university's convocation ceremony, prompting the BCI's initial disciplinary consideration. About the Bar Council of India The Bar Council of India BCI is a statutory body established under the Advocates Act, 1961. It regulates and represents the Indian bar, prescribing standards of professional conduct and etiquette for advocates. Its key functions include - Laying down standards for legal education, granting recognition to universities whose degrees in law shall be a qualification for enrolment as an advocate, and exercising disciplinary jurisdiction over advocates. - The BCI also safeguards the rights, privileges, and interests of advocates. Key Pointers - The…