The Bar and the Bench: Partners in Justice, Not Opponents
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Abstract The Bar and the Bench relationship which is fundamental to the judicial system, for the administration of justice. This paper looks upon the historical evolution of this partnership, where mutual respect and cooperation are critical against the backdrop of tensions highlighted by recent confrontations in Indian courts. A few core conflict areas are recognized, such as case management delays, unprofessional conducts, and the effects of lawyer strikes. Instead, it focuses on the developed rules and standards of ethical manners between advocates and judges to bring about a balanced relationship between the two. This paper will analyse the roles and responsibilities of each party to explore the key issues identified and possible viable solutions from them. Finally, the paper concludes by stating that the efficacy of the justice system depends entirely on Bar and Bench working together as partners rather than opponents, with the collective responsibility to upholding public trust and delivering timely justice.