Lok Adalats — Prelims Questions

Consider the following statements about Lok Adalats: 1. They can handle both civil and criminal matters 2. Their awards are binding and no appeal lies against them 3. Participation in Lok Adalat proceedings is mandatory for all parties 4. They are established under the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987 Which of the statements given above are correct?

Which of the following types of Lok Adalats has exclusive jurisdiction over public utility service disputes up to Rs. 1 crore?

The constitutional basis for Lok Adalats is found in:

Consider the following about National Lok Adalats: 1. They are held simultaneously across all states 2. They focus on specific categories of disputes 3. They are organized by individual High Courts 4. They demonstrate coordinated dispute resolution capacity Which of the above statements are correct?

Which of the following statements about Lok Adalat awards is/are correct? 1. They are equivalent to civil court decrees 2. They can be appealed in higher courts 3. They are executable through court machinery 4. They require court approval to become binding