VHP criticises Faizabad Bar Association’s resolution, says it violates constitutional principles and legal ethics
The Vishwa Hindu Parishad has condemned a resolution by the Faizabad Bar Association that prevents lawyers from defending individuals accused of stealing donations from the Ram Janmabhoomi Temple. The VHP argues the resolution violates constitutional rights and legal ethics as established by Supreme Court precedents.
Why it matters
The case touches on the fundamental right to legal representation and the professional conduct of legal bodies in high-profile religious cases.
The Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) on Tuesday (June 30, 2026) criticised the resolution passed by the Faizabad Bar Association barring advocates from representing persons accused in the alleged theft of donation from the Ram Janmabhoomi Temple , calling the move unconstitutional and contrary to professional ethics.
The article objectively reports on the VHP's legal argument and cites relevant constitutional and judicial standards.
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