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Subordinate Courts and ADR - UPSC Prelims Practice Quiz

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Justice Below the High Courts: District Judiciary, Lok Adalats, and ADR Mechanisms•medium•25 questions•~20 min

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Question 01

easy

Under the Constitution of India, the appointment of district judges in a state is made by the Governor in consultation with which authority?

Question 02

medium

Which of the following is NOT a qualification required for appointment as a district judge under the Constitution?

Question 03

easy

Under the constitutional scheme, control over the posting, promotion, and leave of judicial officers holding posts inferior to that of district judge is vested in:

Question 04

medium

Which of the following is included within the constitutional definition of the expression 'district judge'?

Question 05

medium

The Sessions Judge has the power to impose capital punishment. Which of the following correctly describes what happens after such a sentence is passed?

Question 06

easy

At the second tier of the criminal subordinate court hierarchy, which court tries cases punishable with imprisonment of up to seven years?

Question 07

easy

Which constitutional article provides the primary basis for free legal aid to the poor and weaker sections of society?

Question 08

medium

The Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987 was enacted by Parliament but came into force on:

Question 09

medium

Which of the following categories of persons is eligible for free legal services under the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987?

Question 10

easy

The first Lok Adalat in post-independence India was organised in which state and in which year?

Question 11

medium

Which of the following disputes CANNOT be taken up by a Lok Adalat?

Question 12

medium

Consider the following statements about Lok Adalat awards: 1. A Lok Adalat award is deemed to be a decree of a Civil Court. 2. An appeal against a Lok Adalat award lies to the High Court. 3. If court fee was already paid, it is refunded when the dispute is settled at a Lok Adalat. Which of the above statements is/are correct?

Question 13

hard

What is the fundamental difference between a regular Lok Adalat and a Permanent Lok Adalat when parties fail to arrive at a settlement?

Question 14

easy

The pecuniary jurisdiction of a Permanent Lok Adalat is currently limited to:

Question 15

medium

Which of the following matters falls within the jurisdiction of Permanent Lok Adalats?

Question 16

medium

The Family Courts Act, 1984 makes it obligatory for State Governments to set up a Family Court in cities or towns with a population exceeding:

Question 17

hard

Consider the following statements about Family Courts: 1. They are established by State Governments in consultation with the High Court. 2. Parties before a Family Court are entitled as of right to be represented by a legal practitioner. 3. Only one appeal from a Family Court order lies, to the High Court. Which of the above statements is/are correct?

Question 18

medium

Which of the following correctly describes the jurisdiction of Family Courts?

Question 19

medium

A Gram Nyayalaya is presided over by a Nyayadhikari. Which of the following correctly describes the status and powers of a Nyayadhikari?

Question 20

medium

Which of the following is a distinctive feature of Gram Nyayalayas that distinguishes them from regular subordinate courts?

Question 21

hard

In criminal cases, an appeal from a Gram Nyayalaya lies to which court, and what is the prescribed time limit for disposal?

Question 22

hard

The Gram Nyayalayas Act, 2008 provides that Gram Nyayalayas shall NOT be bound by the rules of evidence in the Indian Evidence Act, 1872. Instead, they shall be guided by:

Question 23

hard

Which of the following best explains why Permanent Lok Adalats were established for public utility services?

Question 24

medium

The Munsiff's Court handles civil cases of small pecuniary stake. By what other name is a Munsiff commonly known?

Question 25

hard

Small Causes Courts exist in some states and former presidency towns. Which of the following correctly describes the appellate position regarding their decisions?

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