Q. With reference to the Gram Nyayalayas Act, 2008, consider the following statements:
1.Gram Nyayalayas were established to provide speedy and affordable justice to rural citizens at their doorstep.
2.The Gram Nyayalayas Act, 2008 was enacted on the directions of the recommendations of the Law Commission’s 114th Report.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: C
Notes:
Explanation:
- The main objective of Gram Nyayalayas is to bring speedy, inexpensive, and accessible justice to people, especially in rural areas.
- The Act was not enacted solely on the Supreme Court’s directions under Article 39A. It was based largely on the recommendations of the Law Commission’s 114th Report, and aligns with Article 39A, but was a legislative initiative.
Source: Laxmikant (Polity)
