In a surprising courtroom development, a lawyer representing a highway authority was issued a show-cause notice after making an unusual and controversial remark while defending the agency during proceedings.
The court found the bizarre justification offered by the lawyer not only legally untenable but also potentially disrespectful to judicial standards. The remark—though not detailed officially—was described by sources as "outlandish and lacking rationale", prompting the bench to intervene immediately.
"The court cannot allow the decorum of legal reasoning to be reduced to absurdity," the bench observed, questioning whether such arguments were meant to mock the institution or were a result of poor legal understanding.
Following this, a show-cause notice was issued, demanding an explanation from the lawyer as to why action should not be taken for the conduct and comments made during the hearing.
Legal experts have pointed out that advocates representing public bodies bear a greater responsibility to maintain courtroom dignity and present reasoned arguments, especially in matters affecting public interest.
This incident has once again highlighted concerns over the quality of legal representation in public infrastructure cases and the need for accountability when frivolous or absurd defenses are raised in serious litigation.
FAQs
Q1: What did the lawyer say that triggered the show-cause notice?
A: While the exact statement hasn't been made public, it was labeled “bizarre” and legally indefensible by the court.
Q2: What is a show-cause notice?
A: It is a legal document requiring an individual to explain or justify their actions, usually before disciplinary action is taken.
Q3: Which authority was being defended?
A: The lawyer was representing a national highway authority or infrastructure body during the proceedings.
Q4: What happens next?
A: The lawyer must respond to the court’s notice. The court will then decide whether further disciplinary steps are warranted.
Published on 3rd july
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