Mains Answer Writing - 5 Nov, 2025
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10 marks
Discuss the significance of attorney-client privilege in ensuring the right to fair legal representation in India. How does the Supreme Court’s recent ruling under the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA), 2023, strengthen this protection?
Tips for your answer
- Start with the concept – Briefly explain what attorney-client privilege means and its constitutional relevance (Articles 19(1)(g), 20(3), 21).
- Add the Supreme Court’s recent ruling – Highlight how it reinforces legal confidentiality under the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023.
- Conclude with balance – Emphasize how this protection ensures justice but doesn’t shield illegal acts.
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