Question

With reference to Lok Adalats, consider the following statements: 

1. An award made by a Lok Adalat is deemed to be a decree of a civil court and no appeal lies against there to any court. 

2. Matrimonial/Family disputes are not covered under Lok Adalat. 

Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 

(a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2

Answer 1

(a) When statutory recognition had been given to Lok Adalat, it was specifically provided that the award passed by the Lok Adalat formulating the terms of compromise will have the force of decree of a court which can be executed as a civil court decree.