A
1 only
B
2 only
C
Both 1 and 2
D
Neither 1 nor 2
Correct answer: (a) 1 only
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct because the BCI is a statutory body created under the Advocates Act, 1961. Statement 2 is incorrect because the Supreme Court recently clarified that the BCI lacks statutory jurisdiction to regulate the conduct of law students prior to their enrolment as advocates; disciplinary jurisdiction applies solely to registered advocates.
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