Kerala HC exempts advocates from wearing gowns

Kochi: With the mercury rising in the state, the Kerala High Court has passed a resolution exempting advocates from wearing gowns during the summer season. The decision came after the full court considered the request by the Kerala High Court Advocates Association seeking exemption. Came later. It decided to allow advocates appearing in district courts to wear a white shirt with bands, while making the use of black coat and gown optional and gown also optional for advocates appearing before the High Court.