MATHEWS J. NEDUMPARA vs UNION OF INDIA

The Supreme Court examined the constitutional validity of the designation of Advocates as Senior Advocates under the Advocates Act, 1961, and Supreme Court Rules, 2013. The petitioners challenged this classification as violative of equality under Article 14, and the rights under Articles 19 and 21, alleging it creates an exclusive class benefiting certain groups, thus leading to discrimination and monopolization. The Court analyzed whether such designations amount to unconstitutional discrimination or judicial legislation, considering prior judgments and modifications to the designation process.