Question

With reference to Lok Adalats, which of the following statements is correct ? 

(a) Lok Adalats have the jurisdiction to settle matters at pre-litigating stage and not those matters pending before any court 

(b) Lok Adalats can deal with matters which are civil and not criminal in nature. 

(c) Every Lok Adalat consists of either serving or retired judicial officers only and not any other person. 

(d) None of the statements given above is correct.

Answer 1

(d) Cases that are pending in regular courts can be transferred to a Lok Adalat if both the parties agree. These are usually presided over by retired judges, social Activists, or other members of the legal profession. Lok Adalats can deal with any matter falling within the jurisdiction of civil, criminal etc.