Free Test 6. Professional Ethics for LAW-GATBy Hazoor Bux / March 20, 2025 Free Test 6. Professional Ethics for LAW-GAT 01. The primary duty of an advocate engaged in public prosecution is not to convict, but _______________. a) to see that judges are doing well b) to fulfill the procedural requirements only c) to favour his client in every situation d) to see that justice is done 02. It is the duty of advocates to appear in Court when a matter is called and if it is so possible to make ______________. a) the best use of enabling facilities b) application in advance c) satisfactory alternative arrangements d) good use of his capabilities 03. An advocate should in general ______________ volunteering his legal opinion or addressing any arguments in cases in which such advocate is not engaged. a) refrain from b) be engaged in c) provide d) offer 04. As per rule 173 of the Canons of Professional Conduct and Etiquettes of Advocates, An advocate shall not ________________, nor appear before a public officer, board, committee or body, in his professional capacity, without first disclosing that he is an advocate representing interests that may be affected by the action of such officer, board, committee or body. a) consult b) advise c) give legal opinion d) communicate with 05. As per rule 174-A of the Canons of Professiona Conduct and Etiquettes of Advocates, _______________ his previous designation or post such as "Retired Justice", "Ex Judge", "Retired General", "Ex Attorney-General", "Ex Advocate-General" or use any ex-designation, post or calling in any manner whatsoever, as prefix or suffix, either on letter-heads, name plates, sign boards, visiting cards or in any form during the period of his practice as an Advocate at any time. a) No Advocate will use b) Any Senior advocate may use c) All advocates can use d) All advocates except the public prosecut can use 06. Non observance or violation of the canons of professional conduct and etiquette mentioned in Chapter XII by an advocate shall be deemed to be __________________. a) Breach of trust b) Breach of professional ethics resulting cancellation of his license c) Professional misconduct making him liable for disciplinary action d) An offence 07. It is the duty of every advocate to uphold the dignity and high standing of ______________. a) The court only b) His own reputation only c) His profession and himself d) His clients 08. An advocate shall not solicit professional employment by ________________. a) Advertising or any other means b) Word of mouth c) Referral from another advocate d) Court appointment 09. As per Rule 134 of the Canons of Professiona Conduct and Etiquettes of Advocates, it is the duty of every advocate to uphold at all times the dignity and high standing of his _______ and his own dignity as a member thereof. a) Clients b) Profession c) Law firm d) Senior advocate 10. According to Rule 135 of the Canons of Professiona Conduct and Etiquettes of Advocates, an advocate shall not solicit professional employment by _______ or any other means. a) Personal recommendation b) Advertisement c) Court order d) Reference from senior advocate 11. According to Rule 143 of the Canons of Professiona Conduct and Etiquettes of Advocates, senior advocates are expected to be not only courteous but also _______ to their junior colleagues. a) Encouraging b) Helpful c) Strict d) Formal 12. Under Rule 144 of the Canons of Professiona Conduct and Etiquettes of Advocates, when multiple advocates are engaged in a case, the _______ advocate has the right to lead. a) Most experienced b) Senior c) Highest-paid d) Client-appointed 13. As per Rule 154 of the Canons of Professiona Conduct and Etiquettes of Advocates, in fixing fees, an advocate should avoid charges that _______ the value of their services. a) Overestimate or undervalue b) Justify c) Equalize d) Manipulate 14. It is the duty of an advocate to maintain towards the Court a ______ attitude, not for the sake of the temporary incumbent of the judicial office, but for the maintenance of its supreme importance. a) Neutral b) Respectful c) Aggressive d) Argumentative 15. An advocate cannot make the client the ______ of his conscience in professional matters. a) Advocate b) Guide c) Keeper d) Witness 16. According to Rule 174-B of the Canons of Professiona Conduct and Etiquettes of Advocates, no advocate shall display his name outside his office on a name plate of more than ______ size. a) 1′ x 1.5′ b) 1.5′ x 2′ c) 2′ x 3′ d) 2.5′ x 3.5′ 17. As per Rule 175(1) of the Canons of Professiona Conduct and Etiquettes of Advocates, an advocate shall not engage in any other ______ while practicing as a lawyer. a) Profession, business, or service b) Charitable activities c) Educational pursuits d) Research work 18. An advocate should not engage in ______ of a public officer or judicial authority. a) Corruption or deception b) Legal arguments c) Professional collaboration d) Educational discussions 19. Advocates should act with ______ in all professional matters. a) Honesty and loyalty b) Bias c) Political motivation d) Self-interest 20. An advocate shall not communicate with a party represented by another advocate without ______________. a) The opposing advocate’s consent b) The judge’s approval c) The client’s permission d) A written request
