In which year and where was India’s first Lok Adalat organized?

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Answer

1982, Gujarat

Explanation

India's first Lok Adalat was organized on 14 March 1982 in Junagadh, Gujarat.

Key Points

  • > NALSA conducts National Lok Adalats
  • > It is an alternative dispute resolution mechanism
  • > The second Lok Adalat of the year was held on 10 May 2026

Additional Information

  • Lok Adalat is called the 'People's Court'.
  • It received legal recognition under the Legal Services Authorities Act 1987.
  • No appeal can be made to any higher court against the verdict of a Lok Adalat.
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