PREM SURANA vs ADDL. MUNSIF & JUDICIAL MAGISTRATE

The Supreme Court addressed the conduct of an advocate who slapped a Magistrate in open court, emphasizing the importance of maintaining respect and decorum within the judicial system. The Court reiterated that members of the Bar have a responsibility not only to their clients but also to the Court, and such behavior undermines the justice delivery system. The Court upheld the authority of the Magistrate in disallowing the advocate's application for exemption from appearance, reinforcing the need for harmony between the Bar and the Bench as essential for justice.