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In a civil suit before a Gram Nyayalaya, settlement efforts are possible and consistent with the…

Section 26 calls for an initial effort to assist and conciliate the parties where possible and consistent with the nature and circumstances of a civil case. It allows an…

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In a civil suit before a Gram Nyayalaya, settlement efforts are possible and consistent with the circumstances. What should it endeavour to do first under section 26 of the Gram Nyayalayas Act, 2008?

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Section 26 calls for an initial effort to assist and conciliate the parties where possible and consistent with the nature and circumstances of a civil case. It allows an adjournment when there is a reasonable prospect of settlement.

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Option A

Section 26(1) requires an initial endeavour to assist and conciliate the parties where possible in the circumstances.

Option B

Immediate adjudication without an effort at settlement does not meet the stated duty.

Option C

The duty is to assist parties towards settlement. It does not compel agreement.

Option D

Section 26(2) permits an adjournment if there is a reasonable possibility of settlement. It does not require automatic adjournment in every suit.

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