Question : WELFARE FUND FOR LAWYERS



(a) whether the Government propose to set up a welfare fund for lawyers;

(b) if so, the details thereof; and

(c) the time by which this fund is likely to be set up?

Answer given by the minister


MINISTER OF LAW, JUSTICE, COMPANY AFFAIRS AND SHIPPING (SHRI ARUN JAITLEY)

(a) to (c): The matter concerning setting up of a welfare fund for lawyers is under consideration of the Government. It is, however, difficult to indicate any definite time-frame within which the said fund may be set up, since the same involves various steps, including inter-departmental consultation.