BCI-NALSAR row: Who is Manan Kumar Mishra and why is he in spotlight?

Bar Council of India chairman Manan Kumar Mishra is central to a recent controversy. The council’s directive against NALSAR graduates was withdrawn after widespread criticism. Students have a right to protest, the Supreme Court observed on Friday. The BCI’s role in this matter was questioned by the apex court. Proceedings were closed after considering various representations from the public. Bar Council of India chairman Manan Kumar Mishra is central to a recent controversy. The council’s directive against NALSAR graduates was withdrawn after widespread criticism. Students have a right to protest, the Supreme Court observed on Friday. The BCI’s role in this matter was questioned by the apex court. Proceedings were closed after considering various representations from the public.