Archive · 3 Jun 2025
Delhi Bar Exempts Lawyers from Black Coats During Summer
The Delhi Bar Association is letting lawyers in district courts not wear black coats during the hot summer months.
This means they don't have to wear them from May 16th to September 30th.
This is because the courtrooms get very hot and it's to protect the lawyers from heatstroke.
Lawyers still have to wear the other parts of their usual outfits, just not the coats.
This rule comes from a law that lets the Bar Council of India make rules about what lawyers wear.
Delhi Bar Association has exempted lawyers from wearing black coats in district courts during the summer.
The exemption applies from May 16 to September 30.
The decision aims to protect advocates from heatstroke and discomfort.
Other mandatory dress code regulations must be adhered to.
The Bar Council of India can create dress code rules.
- Who
- Delhi Bar Association
- What
- Exemption from wearing black coats
- When
- From May 16 to September 30
- Where
- District courts in Delhi
- Why
- To provide relief to lawyers during the summer heat
Maintaining Professionalism
Prioritizing Health and Comfort
Professionalism vs. Comfort
Maintaining Professionalism
Some may view the exemption as undermining courtroom professionalism.
Prioritizing Health and Comfort
The Delhi Bar prioritized the well-being of advocates, balancing court decorum with comfort.
- Exemption Period
- May 16 to September 30
- Applicable Courts
- District Courts
- Governing Body
- Delhi Bar Association
- Relevant Law
- Advocates Act of 1961, Section 49(1)(gg)
- Other Rules
- Other dress code rules must be followed
