l. This writ petition was filed by petitioners way back in the year 1996. They were students of law faculty at the relevant time in the Government Arts and Commerce College, Harda. Petitioners came to know that Bar Council of India (hereinafter referred to as "BCI") had issued a circular dated 7.3.1996 with respect to appointment of a whole-time Principal and at least two other whole-time teachers. The same carne into force with effect from 1st July, 1996. The law colleges were required to strictly follow the rules. Respondent No.4 wrote a letter to Commissioner. Higher Education demanding creation of 4 posts of full-time lecturers of Law in Government Arts and Commerce College, Harda. Respondent No.2 University wrote to the law colleges to comply with the directions of BCI. Respondent NO.4 again sent a reminder 10 the Commissioner. Higher Education for appointment of 4 full-time lecturers However, posts were not sanctioned. hence petition was filed. Prayer has been made by petitioners that respondents be directed to comply with the directions issued by BCI with respect 10 law college in question and for other law colleges in State of M.P.

2. Respondents No. 1, 4 and 5 in their