Question
With reference to the ‘Gram Nyayalaya Act', which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. As per the Act, Gram Nyayalayas can hear only civil cases and not criminal cases.
2. The Act allows local social activists as mediators/reconciliators.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer:
B
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Explanation:
The 'Gram Nyayalaya Act' is an Indian legislation that aims to establish Gram Nyayalayas, which are village-level courts, to provide speedy and accessible justice to the rural population. Regarding the statements:
1. As per the Act, Gram Nyayalayas can hear both civil and criminal cases. Gram Nyayalayas have jurisdiction over both types of cases, subject to certain limitations specified in the Act. They can handle civil disputes such as land disputes, family disputes, and other matters, as well as certain categories of criminal cases.
2. The Act allows the appointment of local social activists as mediators/reconciliators. Gram Nyayalayas emphasize the use of alternative dispute resolution mechanisms such as mediation, conciliation, and negotiation. Social activists from the local community can be appointed as mediators/reconciliators to facilitate settlements and resolve disputes outside the formal court process.