alleryStart learning →Under Section 24 of the Advocates Act, 1961, the minimum age to be admitted as an advocate on a State roll is
A18 years
B20 years
C21 years
D25 years
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. 21 years
1. Section 24(1) lists the qualifications for admission to the State roll.
2. Sub-clause (b) requires the applicant to have completed the age of 21 years.
3. Enrolment is refused if the applicant is younger, whatever the degree qualification.
4. The other conditions include citizenship, a recognised law degree and the enrolment fee.
_Source: The Advocates Act, 1961 (indiacode.nic.in), S. 24(1)(b)_
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