Advocates Act, 1961, Professional Ethics & Contempt of Courts Act, 1971

This authoritative volume brings together three fundamental pillars governing the Indian legal profession—the Advocates Act, 1961, Professional Ethics, and the Contempt of Courts Act, 1971—offering readers a complete understanding of the rights, responsibilities, and regulatory mechanisms applicable to advocates. The book systematically explains the structure and powers of the Bar Councils, rules of enrolment, conditions for practising law, and procedures related to professional misconduct and disciplinary inquiries. Its detailed treatment of Professional Ethics includes duties towards courts, clients, opponents, society, and fellow advocates, supported with real-world illustrations, guidelines, and behaviour principles expected in legal practice. A dedicated section on the Contempt of Courts Act, 1971 explores the scope of civil and criminal contempt, fair criticism of the judiciary, defences available, and the balance between freedom of speech and judicial authority. Highlighting key judgments, amendments, and procedural requirements, the book enables readers to easily interpret complex legal provisions.