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With reference to Lok Adalats, consider the following statements: 1. There is no court fee and if a court fee is already paid the amount will be refunded if the dispute is settled at Lok Adalat. 2. The basic features of Lok Adalat are the procedural flexibility and speedy trial of the disputes. 3. The parties to the dispute can directly interact with the judge through their counsel which is not possible in regular courts of law. 4. The award by the Lok Adalat is not binding on the parties and it has the status of a decree of a civil court. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

With reference to Lok Adalats, consider the following statements: 1. There is no court fee and if a court fee is already paid the amount will be refunded if the dispute is settled at Lok Adalat. 2. The basic features of Lok Adalat are the procedural flexibility and speedy trial of the disputes. 3. The parties to the dispute can directly interact with the judge through their counsel which is not possible in regular courts of law. 4. The award by the Lok Adalat is not binding on the parties and it has the status of a decree of a civil court. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? Correct Answer 1, 2 and 3 only

The correct answer is 1, 2 and 3 only.

Important Points

LOK ADALAT - 

  • Lok Adalat is a forum where the cases (or disputes) which are pending in a court or which are at pre-litigation stage (not yet brought before a court) are compromised or settled in an amicable manner.
  • The Supreme Court has explained the meaning of the institution of Lok Adalat in the following way:
    • The ‘Lok Adalat’ is an old form of adjudicating system prevailed in ancient India and its validity has not been taken away even in the modern days too.
    • The word ‘Lok Adalat’ means ‘People’s Court’.
    • This system is based on Gandhian principles.
    • It is one of the components of the ADR (Alternative Dispute Resolution) system.
  • The first Lok Adalat camp in the post-independence era was organized in Gujarat in 1982.
  • The institution of Lok Adalat has been given statutory status under the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987.

Key Points

Benefits

  • According to the Supreme Court, the benefits under Lok Adalat are as follows:
    • There is no court fee and if court fee is already paid the amount will be refunded if the dispute is settled at Lok Adalat. Hence, statement 1 is correct.
    • The basic features of Lok Adalat are the procedural flexibility and speedy trial of the disputes. Hence, statement 2 is correct.
    • There is no strict application of procedural laws like the Civil Procedure Code and the Evidence Act while assessing the claim by Lok Adalat.
    • The parties to the dispute can directly interact with the judge through their counsel which is not possible in regular courts of law. Hence, statement 3 is correct.
    • The award by the Lok Adalat is binding on the parties and it has the status of a decree of a civil court and it is non-appealable, which does not cause the delay in the settlement of disputes finally. Hence, statement 4 is NOT correct.

Related Questions

Consider the following statements about Lok Adalat? 1. Under the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987 Lok Adalats have been given statutory status. 2. The decision made by the Lok Adalats is considered to be a verdict of a civil court and is ultimate and binding on all parties Which of the above statements is/are correct?
With reference to Lok Adalats, consider the following statements: They are a form of alternate dispute redressal mechanisms. They have been given statutory status. The award given by Lok adalats is final and binding on all parties. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Which of the following statements are correct in the context of Section 5 of Code of Civil Procedure?
1. Revenue Court is a part of Civil Court
2. Civil Court. means courts having original jurisdiction under Code of Civil Procedure but not Revenue Court
3. Civil Court means courts having original jurisdiction under Code of Civil Procedure including Revenue Court
4. Revenue Court is not a part of Civil Court
Lok Adalat is one of the alternative dispute redressal mechanisms, it is a forum where disputes/cases pending in the court of law or at pre-litigation stage are settled/ compromised amicably. What is the minimum charge to file a case in a Lok Adalat?
Consider the following statements about Bihar Lok Adalats.
1. Lok Adalats in Bihar are run by Bihar State Legal Services Authority.
2. BSLSA is formed under Legal Services Act 1997.
3. In Bihar, Mobile Lok Adalats also run simultaneously.
Which of the following is/are true?
Consider the following statements: 1. The Chief Justice of India can appoint a judge of a High Court as an ad hoc judge of the Supreme Court for a temporary period. 2. The chief justice of India can request a retired judge of the Supreme Court or a retired judge of a high court to act as a judge of the Supreme Court for a temporary period. Which of the above-given statements is/are correct?
Directions : Following question consists of a statement followed by three arguments I, II and III . You have to decide which of the arguments is a STRONG arguments and which is a WEAK Argument. Statement : Should the system of Lok Adalats and mobile courts be encouraged in India? Arguments : I. Yes. It helps to grant speedy justice to the masses. II. Yes. The dispensing of minor cases at this level would reduce the burden on the higher courts. III. No. These courts are usually partial in justice.
Directions : Following question consists of a statement followed by three arguments I, II and III . You have to decide which of the arguments is a STRONG arguments and which is a WEAK Argument.

Statement : Should the system of Lok Adalats and mobile courts be encouraged in India?

Arguments :
I. Yes. It helps to grant speedy justice to the masses.
II. Yes. The dispensing of minor cases at this level would reduce the burden on the higher courts.
III. No. These courts are usually partial in justice.
A five-judge bench of the Supreme Court passes judgment in a matter. In a later case before a high court, a party presents the Supreme Court judgment as a binding authority. The opposing party claims that the high court is not bound by the Supreme Court's judgment because relevant provisions of law were not brought to the notice of the Supreme Court in that case. Which of the following is most correct in this case?
Principle: Article 141 of the Constitution provides that the law declared by the Supreme Court is binding on all courts within the territory of India.
Reading the amended Section 89 of the Code of Civil Procedure and the insertions of O. 10, which of the following conditions should be satisfied before matter could be referred to an Alternate Dispute Redressal?
1. Existence of elements of settlement in the opinion of the Court
2. The parties must share the opinion of the court
3. Formulation of the terms of settlement by the court
4. The court should invite the observation of the parties on the terms of settlement
5. Observations of the parties must be received by the court
6. If need be, reformulate the terms of settlement and refer the same for Alternate Dispute Redressal contemplated un section 89 of the Code of Civil Procedure