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Judges are protected under the Judges Protection Act, 1985. Similarly,
Advocates are also protected under the Advocates Act, 1961 and the Legal
Practitioners Act, 1879. These acts protect the Advocates from malicious
prosecutions and make sure that the Advocates don’t face any undue
hindrances while practicing advocacy.
Rights of Advocates:
Article 19(1) (a) of the Indian Constitution provides that the right to
freedom of speech and expression is available to all citizens. An Advocate
enjoys this right even in court, unlike other citizens.
2) Right to Practise:
4) Right of Fee:
An Advocate has the right to sit in the seats provided for advocates,
whether he is having a case or not, and observe the proceedings.
Case Laws: