⚖️ Legal Learning Shri Ganpati Jurists – Challenge to Lok Adalat Award
📌 Key Law: Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987 – Sections 20(3), 20(4), 20(5)
A Lok Adalat Award is binding only if based on a signed compromise/settlement between the parties.
🔹 Key Principles:
1️⃣ Signed Compromise Required – Without a duly signed settlement annexed, the Award is open to challenge under Article 226 of the Constitution.
2️⃣ Delay Not Fatal – Even after 4 years, a writ is maintainable since the petitioner has a continuing right to question an Award that fails statutory requirements.
3️⃣ Deficiencies in Award – Missing settlement amount, lack of accused’s signature, or suspicious presentation makes the Award invalid and subject to judicial review.
✅ Takeaway:
A Lok Adalat Award has no binding effect unless supported by a valid, signed compromise. Courts can set aside such defective awards under Article 226 to ensure justice.
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