With reference to the 'Gram Nyayalaya Act', which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. As per the Act, Gram Nyayalayas can hear only civil cases and not criminal cases.
2. The Act allows local social activists as mediators/reconciliators.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation
1. Statement 1 is incorrect. The Gram Nyayalaya Act, 2008, empowers Gram Nyayalayas to try both civil cases and criminal cases. Their jurisdiction is specified in the First Schedule (Civil) and Second Schedule (Criminal) of the Act. They are not restricted to hearing only civil cases.
2. Statement 2 is correct. Section 27 of the Gram Nyayalaya Act, 2008, provides for the appointment of conciliators to settle disputes. The Act allows for the preparation of panels of conciliators by the District Court, which may include names of local social activists or workers who meet the prescribed qualifications, to act as mediators/reconciliators.
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