Lawyers Refuse to Defend Ram Temple Theft Accused, Sparking Legal Ethics Row

Lawyers at a Bar association have collectively boycotted the legal defense of individuals accused of theft at the Ram Temple, refusing to represent them in court. The move has ignited a debate over whether professional legal obligation can be overridden by the collective moral stance of a Bar body. Legal experts argue that the right to legal representation is a foundational principle of criminal jurisprudence, regardless of the nature of the alleged crime. Critics of the boycott contend that denying accused persons a defense undermines due process and the rule of law. The incident has prompted broader questions about the boundaries between institutional morality and a lawyer's duty to their profession.