A survey conducted by the Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) among 301 women advocates across Delhi-NCR has revealed significant gender disparities within the legal profession. The study highlights that nearly one-third of women lawyers have faced gender bias and discrimination, while more than half struggle to maintain work-life balance due to marital and motherhood obligations.

As per the survey, 84.1% are first-generation lawyers. 57.8% believe women lack equal access to Bar leadership. Work-life balance, pay parity and limited mentorship remain the most cited challenges.

Despite these challenges, 58.9% of respondents expressed a desire to take up leadership roles within the Bar, reflecting a growing aspiration among women lawyers to shape institutional policy and representation.

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