1. Question 1 of 25

   Under Rule 173, what must an advocate disclose before communicating with or appearing before a public officer, board, committee, or body in his professional capacity?

   A His university of graduation B That he is an advocate representing interests that may be affected by that body's action C The fee he is charging his client D His personal political affiliation
2. Question 2 of 25

   An advocate who previously served as a judge is later asked to represent a party in a case whose merits he had personally adjudicated while on the bench. May he accept?

   A Yes, provided he charges no fee B Yes, after a short waiting period C Yes, provided both parties consent D No — Rule 174 bars an advocate from accepting employment in a matter he previously acted upon in a judicial capacity
3. Question 3 of 25

   Which section of Chapter XII (Rules 134-144) addresses conduct with regard to other advocates?

   A Section C B Section B C Section A D Section D
4. Question 4 of 25

   Which rule bars an advocate from accepting employment on a matter he previously handled in a judicial capacity?

   A Rule 148 B Rule 174 C Rule 146 D Rule 172
5. Question 5 of 25

   Which section of Chapter XII (Rules 159-167) addresses duty to the Court?

   A Section A B Section C C Section D D Section B
6. Question 6 of 25

   An advocate is nominated for a judgeship largely because of his political connections rather than professional merit, and accepts eagerly for the prestige. Which rule's spirit does this arguably conflict with?

   A No rule addresses judicial aspirations B Rule 165, which states aspiration for judicial office should be governed by an impartial estimate of one's ability to honour the office, not a desire for personal distinction C Rule 142 alone D Rule 174 alone
7. Question 7 of 25

   Under Rule 174, may an advocate accept employment in a matter upon the merits of which he previously acted in a judicial capacity?

   A No B Yes, provided he discloses the prior role C Yes, after a waiting period of one year D Yes, with the parties' consent
8. Question 8 of 25

   What is the title of Chapter XII of the Pakistan Legal Practitioners and Bar Councils Rules, 1976?

   A Constitution of Bar Councils B Qualifications for Enrolment as an Advocate C Canons of Professional Conduct and Etiquette of Advocates D Election Procedures for Bar Councils
9. Question 9 of 25

   Distinguish Rule 174 from Rule 174-A: what is the key difference in what each addresses?

   A Rule 174 is about fees, Rule 174-A is about court attire B They are identical restatements of the same prohibition C Rule 174 applies only to judges, Rule 174-A only to civil servants D Rule 174 bars accepting employment on matters previously handled in a judicial or public capacity, while Rule 174-A bars using former designations like 'Ex-Judge' in practice
10. Question 10 of 25

    Under Rule 174-A, may an advocate use a former designation such as 'Retired Justice' or 'Ex-Judge' during the period of his practice as an advocate?

    A Yes, with the Bar Council's written permission B Yes, on letterheads only C Yes, on visiting cards only D No, in any manner whatsoever, whether as prefix or suffix
11. Question 11 of 25

    Under Rule 174-B, what is the maximum permitted size for an advocate's name board displayed outside his office?

    A 5 feet by 5 feet B 1½ feet by 2 feet C 3 feet by 4 feet D There is no size restriction
12. Question 12 of 25

    An advocate cites a precedent in court while privately knowing it was later overruled, without telling the judge. Which rule does this breach?

    A Rule 161, which prohibits citing as authority a decision known to be invalid without disclosing that fact B No rule; case-law currency is solely the judge's responsibility to verify C Rule 159 alone D Rule 167
13. Question 13 of 25

    Under Rule 171, is an advocate obliged to act as adviser or advocate for every person who wishes to become his client?

    A Yes, unless the Bar Council grants an exemption B No, he has the right to decline professional employment C Yes, without exception D Yes, in criminal matters only
14. Question 14 of 25

    An advocate wishes to write a letter to the presiding judge explaining the merits of his pending case, without copying opposing counsel. Is this permitted?

    A Yes, so long as the judge does not respond in writing B Yes, if the matter is urgent C Yes, provided the letter is factually accurate D No — Rule 138 requires that any written communication to a judge on the merits of a pending contested matter be copied to the opposing advocate
15. Question 15 of 25

    Under Rule 175-A, what is the consequence of non-observance or violation of the canons of professional conduct and etiquette set out in Chapter XII?

    A It may be deemed professional misconduct, making the advocate liable for disciplinary action B Immediate and automatic disbarment with no hearing C A verbal warning only, with no formal consequence D No consequence unless a criminal complaint is filed
16. Question 16 of 25

    Under Rule 175-B, what is the consequence of non-observance or defiance of the decisions or instructions of the Pakistan Bar Council by any Bar Council, Bar Association, or member of the Bar?

    A Automatic suspension of the entire Bar Association B A minor administrative infraction only C No consequence, as such instructions are advisory only D It may be considered gross professional misconduct
17. Question 17 of 25

    Which rule affirms an advocate's right to decline professional employment and decide what business to accept?

    A Rule 148 B Rule 170 C Rule 175 D Rule 171
18. Question 18 of 25

    Rules 145-158 and Rules 159-167 both regulate an advocate's conduct, but toward different parties. Who is the focus of each, respectively?

    A Both sets focus exclusively on the public generally B Rules 145-158 focus on opposing counsel; Rules 159-167 focus on the client C Both sets focus exclusively on the client D Rules 145-158 focus on the client; Rules 159-167 focus on the Court
19. Question 19 of 25

    Under Rule 170, once an advocate has accepted a retainer, what does it become his duty to do?

    A Guarantee a favourable outcome to the client B Withdraw if the case becomes difficult C Settle the matter regardless of merits to save costs D Insist upon the judgment of the Court as to the legal merits of his client's claim
20. Question 20 of 25

    Under Rule 167, when should an advocate volunteer his legal opinion or address arguments in a case in which he is not engaged?

    A Generally he should refrain, unless called upon to do so in open Court by a judge or judicial officer B Freely, at any time he believes it would assist the court C Only if a fee is paid for the opinion D Only if the case involves a matter of great public importance
21. Question 21 of 25

    Which rule prohibits an advocate from being an active partner or salaried official of a Government or private body while practising?

    A Rule 148 B Rule 172 C Rule 152 D Rule 175
22. Question 22 of 25

    What chapter of the Pakistan Legal Practitioners and Bar Councils Rules, 1976 immediately follows Chapter XII, dealing with Bar Associations?

    A Chapter XIII B Chapter XI C Chapter XII-A D Chapter XII-B
23. Question 23 of 25

    A Bar Association formally refuses to comply with an instruction issued by the Pakistan Bar Council. What is this categorized as under Rule 175-B?

    A A matter outside the Bar Council Rules entirely B Gross professional misconduct C Automatic dissolution of the Bar Association D A minor administrative matter with no formal consequence
24. Question 24 of 25

    Which rule addresses an advocate's duty not to render service involving disloyalty to the law or corruption of a public officer?

    A Rule 174 B Rule 163 C Rule 152 D Rule 172
25. Question 25 of 25

    Which rule generally restrains an advocate from volunteering legal opinions in cases in which he is not engaged?

    A Rule 173 B Rule 151 C Rule 158 D Rule 167

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