Question

Explain the concepts of lok adalat and public interest litigation. What is their significance in country like India?

Answer 1

http://www.legalserviceindia.com/laws/Lok_Adalats_Legal_Aid.htm

Answer 2

 The concept of Lok Adalats was pushed back into oblivion in last few centuries before independence & particularly during the British regime.
Significance;
Speedy justice & saving from the lengthy court procedures.
Justice at no cost.
Solving problems of backlog cases.
Maintenance of cordial relations.