Test 1 - pakarbiter

Q1. What is the prescribed conduct of junior advocates toward senior advocates under Rule 143?

1 Marks

A. Juniors should not speak unless allowed by the judge

B. They must always argue cases alone

C. They should avoid contact outside court

D. They should be respectful, and seniors should be courteous and helpful

Q2. According to Rule 135 of the Canons of Professional Conduct and Etiquette of Advocates, how is an advocate restricted from soliciting professional employment?

1 Marks

A. He shall not solicit employment by advertisement or by any other means

B. He may use testimonials in his advertisements

C. He may promote his services on social media

D. He may advertise if he is a senior advocate

Q3. Under Rule 135, what is allowed as long as it does not contain personal advertisement?

1 Marks

A. Client reviews on law firm websites

B. Social media influencer campaigns

C. Display of court victories on billboards

D. Use of ordinary professional cards, name plates, or directory listings

Q4. As per Rule 136, what is an advocate strictly prohibited from doing?

1 Marks

A. Sharing compensation with unlicensed persons

B. Using clerks for filing court documents

C. Hiring junior licensed advocates

D. Appearing without a gown

Q5. According to Rule 150, how must an advocate handle client property or funds?

1 Marks

A. He can delay reporting for up to 30 days

B. He can deposit it in his personal bank account

C. He must not mix it with his own and must promptly report its receipt

D. He may use it temporarily in emergencies

Q6. What does Rule 142 state about the order of precedence among advocates?

1 Marks

A. Precedence is irrelevant in modern legal practice

B. Senior advocates always come first, regardless of roll

C. Order of seating is decided by court staff

D. Advocates must uphold the order of precedence based on the Bar Council's roll, subject to constitutional usage

Q7. According to Rule 137, an advocate shall not communicate with a party represented by another advocate:

1 Marks

A. If the matter is pending in High Court

B. Even if the client permits it

C. Without the consent and presence of that party’s advocate

D. Unless permitted by the judge

Q8. Who has the right to lead a case when multiple advocates are engaged on one side, as per Rule 144?

1 Marks

A. The advocate hired last

B. Any one of them on a rotational basis

C. The youngest advocate

D. The senior member unless he directs otherwise

Q9. What kind of transaction is prohibited under Rule 149 regarding case-related property?

1 Marks

A. Advising client to sell disputed property

B. Transferring property to client's family

C. Accepting court fees as property

D. Buying property at judicial sale where the advocate appears for a party

Q10. When is an advocate barred from accepting employment against a former client under Rule 146?

1 Marks

A. When the case was filed in a lower court

B. When he has obtained confidential information during the previous employment

C. When the client has moved to another city

D. When the case is closed without judgment

Q11. What kind of legal advice is forbidden under Rule 152?

1 Marks

A. Advising filing of civil suits

B. Advising withdrawal of complaint

C. Advising to appeal a lower court’s order

D. Advising violation of any law, unless advising in good faith that the law is invalid

Q12. According to Rule 134 of the Canons of Professional Conduct and Etiquette of Advocates, what is the primary duty of an Advocate?

1 Marks

A. To uphold the dignity and high standing of the profession and of himself

B. To prioritize winning cases over all ethical concerns

C. To always follow the instructions of the client without question

D. To maintain neutrality in all court proceedings

Q13. Under Rule 141, when is the division of legal fees permissible?

1 Marks

A. With a client-approved third party

B. With a retired judge acting as a mediator

C. With the clerk or assistant of the advocate

D. Only with another advocate and based on division of work as per agreement

Q14. As per Rule 139, how should an advocate respond to a client’s wish to hire additional counsel?

1 Marks

A. Demand full control of the case

B. Accept that it is the client’s right and not a sign of distrust

C. Consider it an insult and withdraw

D. File an objection with the bar council

Q15. According to Rule 140 of the Canons of Professional Conduct and Etiquette of Advocates, how should advocates behave despite the ill-feelings between clients?

1 Marks

A. Advocates should argue personally if provoked

B. Advocates should not let clients’ ill-feelings influence their own conduct toward each other

C. Advocates should always counterattack on personal remarks

D. Advocates may reflect the aggression of their clients in court

Q16. What is forbidden for an advocate under Rule 145?

1 Marks

A. Criticizing judicial orders

B. Acquiring an interest adverse to the client in the property involved in the case

C. Speaking ill of the opposing party

D. Accepting gifts from the client’s opponent

Q17. Under Rule 153, how must an advocate approach the defence of an accused person?

1 Marks

A. By using all fair and honourable means permitted by law

B. By refusing if the client appears guilty

C. By investigating the client personally

D. By avoiding public criticism during trial

Q18. What kind of representation is forbidden under Rule 148?

1 Marks

A. Representation in criminal matters

B. Representation involving conflicting interests

C. Representation in tax matters

D. Representation in arbitration

Q19. Under Rule 138, how should an advocate avoid unethical communication with a judge?

1 Marks

A. By calling the judge’s personal number

B. By sending private messages through clerks

C. By filing applications in chambers without notice

D. By not communicating with the judge in absence of opposing counsel, except in open Court or ex parte matters

Q20. What must an advocate disclose before accepting professional employment, as per Rule 147?

1 Marks

A. Whether he has previously lost similar cases

B. The expected time to conclude the case

C. Any relationship with the adverse party and interest in the subject matter

D. His hourly rate

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