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What are the two classes of advocates under the Advocates Act, 1961?

Section 16(1) of the Advocates Act, 1961 names senior advocates and other advocates. Under Section 16(2), the Supreme Court or a High Court may designate an advocate as…

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What are the two classes of advocates under the Advocates Act, 1961?

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Section 16(1) of the Advocates Act, 1961 names senior advocates and other advocates. Under Section 16(2), the Supreme Court or a High Court may designate an advocate as senior, with the advocate's consent, on the statutory grounds of ability, standing at the Bar, or special knowledge or experience in law.

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Option A

These are the two classes named in Section 16(1).

Option B

Section 16(1) does not classify advocates as solicitors and barristers.

Option C

Government and private practice describe types of work. Section 16(1) classifies advocates as senior advocates and other advocates.

Option D

Pleaders and mukhtars are outside the classes named in Section 16(1).

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