Question

Q. Which of the following statements describes the Advocates-on-Record correctly?

• A. They are entitled to file any matter or document before the Supreme Court.
• B. They can appear in the Supreme Court but can not file any document.
• C. They are senior advocates, not entitled to appear in other courts.
• D. None of the above is correct.

Answer 1

The correct option is A They are entitled to file any matter or document before the Supreme Court.

Explanation:

Under Article 145 of the Constitution, the Supreme Court can frame rules to regulate the practice and procedure of the Supreme Court. The Supreme Court Rules 2013 provides that only the Advocates-on-Record can appear, plead and address in the court.

• Hence these are advocates, entitled to file any matter or document before the court. Even a senior advocate is not entitled to appear without an Advocate on Record in the Supreme Court.