Section 47 of AA : Section 47: Reciprocity

Explanation using Example

Imagine a scenario where the country of Utopia has recently passed a law that prohibits Indian citizens from practicing law within its borders. In response, the Central Government of India issues a notification stating that citizens of Utopia are not allowed to practice law in India as per Section 47(1) of The Advocates Act, 1961. This is a direct application of the reciprocal provision that aims to protect the interests of Indian legal professionals.

In another instance, a citizen of the country of Arcadia, which does not have any discriminatory restrictions against Indian lawyers, obtains a law degree from a reputable university in Arcadia. The Bar Council of India, under Section 47(2) of The Advocates Act, 1961, may allow this Arcadian citizen to practice in India, but they impose certain conditions such as passing a qualification exam or completing a certain period of apprenticeship with an Indian law firm.