In continuation of the Notification F No AOR Exam June 2021 dated 26th March 2021 regarding the Advocates on Record Examination 2021

## Report on Amendment to Advocates-on-Record Examination, 2021 **1. Executive Summary:** This report analyzes a notification issued by the Supreme Court of India, specifically an amendment to the Advocates-on-Record (AOR) Examination, 2021. The notification extends the deadline for submission of application forms to May 1st, 2021, until 01:00 P.M. The amendment addresses requests for an extension and aims to provide applicants with more time to complete the application process. **2. Introduction:** This report provides an overview of an amendment notification pertaining to the Advocates-on-Record Examination, 2021. The analysis is based solely on the provided notification text issued by the Supreme Court of India, focusing on the specific changes introduced by the amendment. **3. Policy Overview:** * **Amendment:** This notification is an amendment to the original notification F. No. AOR ExamJune2021 dated 26th March, 2021, regarding the Advocates-on-Record Examination, 2021. * **Core Objective(s):** The core objective of this *amendment* is to provide applicants for the Advocates-on-Record Examination with an extension of time to submit their application forms. This suggests a secondary objective of ensuring a larger pool of applicants or addressing concerns about the initial application deadline. **4. Background and Rationale:** * **Amendment Rationale:** The amendment is a direct response to "requests received for extension of time for submission of the application forms." This indicates that applicants experienced difficulties meeting the original deadline, possibly due to unforeseen circumstances or insufficient time for preparation. The amendment aims to accommodate these requests and ensure a fair opportunity for all interested candidates to apply. **5. Key Provisions / Changes:** * **Specific Part of Original Policy Changed:** The original policy's application deadline is being changed. * **New Rule/Provision:** The new deadline for submission of application forms is 1st May, 2021, until 01:00 P.M. * **Difference/Effect of Change:** The amendment provides applicants with additional time to prepare and submit their application forms. This likely reduces application-related stress and could increase the number of applications received. It is unlikely to change anything other than application deadlines. **6. Target Audience and Stakeholders:** The primary target audience and stakeholders are: * Advocates intending to appear for the Advocates-on-Record Examination, 2021. * The Recruitment Cell of the Supreme Court of India, responsible for administering the examination. **7. Implementation Aspects (Inferred):** * **Responsible Agency/Bodies:** The Recruitment Cell of the Supreme Court of India, specifically the Asstt. Registrar, AOR Examination (Ashok Kumar), is responsible for implementing this change. The "Dte. of Printing at Government of India Press, Ring Road, Mayapuri, New Delhi-110064 and Published by the Controller of Publications, Delhi-110054" are responsible for its publishing. * **Timelines/Procedures:** The new deadline is explicitly stated: 1st May, 2021, until 01:00 P.M. No other procedures are altered. **8. Expected Outcomes / Impact of Changes:** The likely intended outcome of this amendment is: * Increased number of applications received for the Advocates-on-Record Examination, 2021. * Reduced applicant stress and improved application quality due to the extended deadline. * Positive perception of the Supreme Court's responsiveness to applicant needs. **9. Conclusion:** The amendment to the Advocates-on-Record Examination, 2021, notification, specifically the extension of the application deadline, demonstrates responsiveness to applicant concerns. This change is significant because it ensures a fairer application process and potentially increases the pool of qualified candidates for the examination.

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