Question

Read the excerpt given below and answer the question that follow:

From the 29th of July to the 3rd of August 2024, the Supreme Court is organising a special Lok Adalat. This is part of a series of activities which the Supreme Court is observing to commemorate the 75th year since the establishment of the Supreme Court. Most significantly, we are all, as judges and people, dedicated to the institution of justice, concerned about the large backlog of cases.

Which of the following is true about the Lok Adalat?

1. Saves money
2. Reduces burden on other courts
3. Works on a compromise
4. Speedy justice

Options

• All of them.

• (i) and (ii)

• (i), (ii) and (iii)

• (ii) and (iv)

Answer 1

All of them.

Explanation:

All four statements are correct because a Lok Adalat charges no legal fees, making it highly cost-effective. It settles disputes quickly through mutual compromise and friendly settlement rather than lengthy arguments. By resolving cases rapidly through this mutual consent, it ensures fast delivery of justice and directly reduces the heavy backlog and burden of the regular court system.