An award made by a Lok Adalat has the same status as a __________.

Correct option is D

The correct answer is (d) Civil Court decree

• An award passed by a Lok Adalat is deemed to be a decree of a civil court under Section 21 of the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987.

• It is final and binding on all parties involved, and no appeal lies against such an award.

• This ensures speedy enforcement of the settlement and avoids prolonged litigation.

Information Booster:

• Lok Adalats are a form of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) aimed at providing free, fast, and informal justice.

• They can take up pending court cases and pre-litigation matters with mutual consent of the parties.

• Awards are based on compromise or settlement, not on the merits of the case.

• Lok Adalats are organized at various levels: State, District, Taluk, and High Court.

• They help reduce the burden on the judiciary by resolving minor and civil disputes efficiently.