The Apex Court and the Centre supported the establishing of an independent body for regulation of fees and ethics in the legal profession as the regulatory framework needs a review. Further, it was suggested that the Bar Council of India may introduce a mechanism for feedback by clients on advocates performance to ensure good quality of service. Shikha TiwariI
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Supreme Court Directs NALSA To Draft Framework On Victim Compensation Scheme
The Supreme Court, in a plea filed by Senior Advocate Indira Jaising seeking details of compensation and other measures undertaken by states under Section 357A of the Code of Criminal Procedure, asked the National Legal Services Authority (NALSA) to draft a model framework for release of funds under the Victim Compensation Scheme by 31 December, 2017. The initial focus of the framework would