UPSC Prelims PYQ 2005: Cases handled by Lok Adalats

Consider the following:

1. Disputes with mobile cellular companies.
2. Motor accident cases
3. Pension cases

For which of the above are Lok Adalats held?

1. 1 only
2. 1 and 2
3. 2 only
4. 1, 2 and 3

Explanation

All are correct

• Lok Adalats handle both pre-litigation and pending cases of civil and compoundable criminal nature. Their jurisdiction commonly includes consumer and service-related disputes, motor accident claim cases, and service matters such as pension disputes. Official listings and standard descriptions of Lok Adalats confirm that these categories are regularly taken up for settlement in National and State Lok Adalats. Hence, all three categories (1, 2 and 3) fall within their scope.

Answer: (d) 1, 2 and 3