4. What do you understand by alternate dispute redressal mechanism? Discuss the various tools of ADR. In light of the problems faced by the Indian judiciary enumerate the advantages of Lok Adalats.

Approach:

♤ Define ADR and discuss various tools such as arbitration, mediation, conciliation.

♤ Briefly bring out the problems such as high number of cases, inadequacy of judges etc. in courts.

♤ Discuss how Lok Adalats help overcome these problems in last part of the answer.