COMMON CAUSE 'A REGISTERED SOCIETY vs UNION OF INDIA .

The Supreme Court addressed contempt petitions regarding punitive actions taken by Bar Associations against advocates who did not participate in a strike, referencing the case of Common Cause vs. Union of India (1995) and Ex. Capt. Harish Uppal vs. Union of India (2003). The Court reiterated that no adverse consequences should befall advocates who choose to practice during such strikes, emphasizing the need for Bar Councils to incorporate these principles into their rules. The Court decided not to take further action as the alleged acts had not been repeated since 2000.