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With reference to the Gram Nyayalayas Act, which of the following statements is/are correct?

  1. 1.As per the Act, Gram Nyayalayas can hear only civil cases and not criminal cases.
  2. 2.The Act allows local social activists as mediators/conciliators.

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

  1. A.1 only
  2. B.2 only
  3. C.Both 1 and 2
  4. D.Neither 1 nor 2
▶ Answer & Explanation

Correct answer: B. 2 only

The Gram Nyayalayas Act, 2008, aims to provide for the establishment of Gram Nyayalayas at the village level for speedy, inexpensive, and accessible justice. It empowers these courts to try both civil and criminal cases, making the first statement incorrect. Crucially, the Act incorporates traditional conflict resolution mechanisms by allowing the appointment of 'Nyaya Mitras' (justice friends) who can be social activists, to assist in mediation and conciliation efforts, thus validating the second statement.

Source: UPSC gs1 2016

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