Published on : 06 Nov 2025, 7:32 am 2 min read

The Bar Council of India (BCI) on Thursday informed the High Court that it has given its interim approval for the Kerala government's proposal to create two supernumerary posts for transgender students in all law colleges in the State [ Esai Clara v. State of Kerala & Ors. ].

The move comes following an order passed by the Court on October 24 directing the BCI to approve the Kerala government's request in this regard as final approval for creating new seats rests with the General Council of the BCI. The government had submitted its proposal in August 6.

Justice VG Arun today observed that it was heartening to note that the BCI has taken the necessary action pursuant to the Court's directions.

" It is heartening to note that

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