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Lok Adalats and Alternative Dispute Resolution

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

Lok Adalats, functioning under the Legal Services Authorities Act, settle disputes amicably, especially minor civil or compoundable criminal cases. They emphasize quick, cost-effective resolutions free from formal court procedures. Parties consent to abide by the compromise. Additionally, mediation, conciliation, and arbitration are widely recognized ADR mechanisms. These complement formal courts, reducing pendency and promoting harmonious solutions. Lok Adalat decisions are final and binding, with no appeal except on procedural grounds. They reflect Gandhian ideals of conflict resolution, bridging the accessibility gap for economically weaker sections. Their success depends on publicity, willingness of parties to compromise, and institutional support for spreading ADR awareness.

Practice Questions

Who is responsible for the appointment of the members of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)?

Who can remove the President of India from office?

संसद सदस्यों का वेतन का निर्धारण किसकी स्वीकृति से होता है?

Who has the authority to dissolve the Lok Sabha?

Which of the following is a feature of the Indian Parliamentary System?

राज्यसभा के सदस्यों का चुनाव किस प्रकार से होता है?

राष्ट्रपति को हटाने की प्रक्रिया किस अनुच्छेद में प्रावधिक है?

भारतीय सर्वोच्च न्यायालय का गठन किस आधार पर हुआ?

In India, the power to declare war and peace is vested in which of the following?

राष्ट्रपति के आपातकालिक शक्तियाँ किस अनुच्छेद के तहत निर्धारित हैं?