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Q240. With reference to Lok Adalats, consider the following statements: 1. An award made by a Lok Adalat is deemed to be a decree of a civil court and no appeal lies against it to any court. 2. Matrimonial/Family disputes are not covered under Lok Adalat. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

With reference to Lok Adalats, consider the following statements:

  1. An award made by a Lok Adalat is deemed to be a decree of a civil court and no appeal lies against it to any court.
  2. Matrimonial/Family disputes are not covered under Lok Adalat. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Select the correct option below (or cross out options to eliminate)

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Official UPSC Answer KeyUPSC Prelims 2009 • Polity

Correct Answer: Option (A) — 1 only

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Statement 1 is correct: Under Section 21 of the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987, an award of a Lok Adalat is deemed to be a decree of a civil court and is final and binding on all parties; no appeal lies against it in any court. Statement 2 is incorrect: Lok Adalats frequently resolve matrimonial and family disputes through compromise and conciliation.

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Question Specifications & Syllabus Mapping

Examination & YearUPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2009 (Q240)
Paper & Marking SchemeGS Paper I • 2 Marks (-0.66 Negative for incorrect response)
Syllabus Subject & TopicPolity → Elections & Electoral System
Official Answer KeyOption (A) — 1 only

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The official UPSC answer key for this 2009 Polity (Elections & Electoral System) question is Option (A): "1 only". Correct attempts carry 2 Marks with -0.66 Negative penalty for wrong answers.

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