Plea in Kerala High Court against age cap for mediators

A plea was filed in the Kerala High Court challenging the age cap for mediators. The petitioner argued that the age limit of 70 years for mediators was arbitrary and discriminatory. The plea contended that the age cap deprived experienced mediators of the opportunity to serve, thereby affecting the quality of mediation services. The court issued a notice to the state government seeking its response. This case raises important questions about age discrimination and the criteria for selecting mediators, emphasizing the need for a balanced approach that values experience and competence.