Question
Legal Studies Question on Ethics & Cases of Professional Misconduct
Which of the following is incorrect according to the Bar Council of India Rules?
A
An Advocate can plead in any matter in which he is himself pecuniarily interested.
B
An advocate shall appear in court at all times only in the prescribed dress.
C
An Advocate shall not stand as a surety for his client.
D
An Advocate shall not influence the decision of a court by any improper means.
Answer
An Advocate can plead in any matter in which he is himself pecuniarily interested.
Explanation
Solution
According to the Bar Council of India Rules, an advocate cannot represent a case where he has a pecuniary interest, as this would create a conflict of interest.