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Supreme Court orders CBI probe over fake law degrees as CJI blasts fraudulent lawyers in black robes
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Published on 15 May 2026
CJI Surya Kant wants CBI to act on fake degrees
The Supreme Court on Friday sharply condemned the growing number of lawyers allegedly holding fake law degrees. During a hearing before CJI Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi, the bench said the Central Bureau of Investigation should probe the issue, describing fraudulent practitioners as a serious concern. The court also criticized a practicing lawyer over social media conduct and the aggressive language used while seeking contempt proceedings against the Delhi High Court’s delays. The petitioner later withdrew the plea.
- CJI Surya Kant flagged rising fake law degrees among lawyers
- Bench asked the CBI to investigate the alleged degree fraud
- Hearing involved a plea seeking contempt over Delhi High Court delays
- Supreme Court objected to the petitioner’s language on social media
- Bench criticized how contempt petitions were framed and presented
- Petitioner withdrew the contempt plea after court remarks
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