Lok Adalat Is Meant For Conciliated Settlement Of Disputes, Not For Orders On Merits: J&K High Court Directs Training Of Judicial Officers

The Jammu & Kashmir High Court ruled that Lok Adalats have no adjudicatory powers. The court emphasized the limited scope of Lok Adalats' functions. This decision reinforces the distinction between Lok Adalats and regular courts. The ruling clarifies the powers of Lok Adalats.