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Statutory status was formally accorded to Lok Adalats in India under which of the following legislative enactments?
A. Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987✓ Correct Answer
B. Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996
C. Consumer Protection Act, 1986
D. Code of Civil Procedure Amendment Act, 1999
💡 Solution & Explanation
The Legal Services Authorities Act of 1987 provided statutory backing to Lok Adalats to encourage speedy, amicable dispute resolution outside regular courtrooms. The Arbitration and Conciliation Act serves a different purpose for commercial disputes. Lok Adalat awards carry the same legal weight as civil court decrees and are final.
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