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NATIONAL LOK ADALAT SCHEME

Context

Lok Adalats serve as an effective alternative dispute resolution mechanism.

Lok Adalats aim to reduce court pendency and settle disputes at various stages.

Purpose of Lok Adalats

• Lok Adalats help in reducing the number of pending cases in courts.
• They settle disputes quickly, even before they reach the courts.
• This system ensures easy and cost-effective justice for people.

Role in Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)

• Lok Adalats are an effective way to resolve disputes outside regular courts.
• They reduce the burden on the judiciary and help in faster justice delivery.
• The process is simple, informal, and does not involve complex legal procedures.

Types of Lok Adalats

• Organized based on local requirements by Legal Services Authorities.
• Handle both pre-litigation and post-litigation cases.

National Lok Adalats:

• Conducted four times a year across all courts, including the Supreme Court.
• Scheduled in 2025 for 8th March, 10th May, 13th September, and 13th December.

Permanent Lok Adalats:

• Set up in districts for resolving public utility service disputes.
• They provide a compulsory pre-litigation mechanism.

Impact of Lok Adalats:

• They have successfully resolved many cases in the past two years.
• They help in speedy dispute resolution, benefiting both courts and people.
• Lok Adalats make the legal system more accessible, efficient, and people-friendly.