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Lok Adalat in India: Procedure, Benefits, and Case Types

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    What is Lok Adalat?

    Lok Adalat is a forum for amicable settlement of disputes outside the traditional court system. It is one of the most effective ADR mechanisms in India.

    Types of Cases Handled

    Lok Adalats handle pending court cases, pre-litigation disputes, compoundable criminal offences, matrimonial disputes, property disputes, and motor accident claims.

    Benefits

    No court fees, speedy resolution, binding decisions, and no appeal provisions make Lok Adalat an attractive option. Awards have the force of a civil court decree.

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