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Section O10R1BProcedural

Appearance before the conciliatory forum or authority

Full Text

Where a suit is referred under rule 1A, the parties shall appear before such forum or authority for conciliation of the suit.

Plain English Summary

Obligates the parties to personally attend the conciliatory forum, Lok Adalat, or mediator upon being referred under Rule 1A.

Key Legal Elements

  • Duty to Attend: Parties must participate in good faith before the appointed conciliation authority.
  • Confidentiality Protection: Statements and offers made during conciliation/mediation sessions are privileged and cannot be deployed in evidence before the trial court if settlement fails.
  • Assistance by Counsel: Advocates may accompany parties to assist in arriving at a lawful compromise under Order XXIII Rule 3.

Practical Note

Courtroom Practice in Mediation Sessions: Counsel should advise clients that mediation is strictly confidential under Rule 20 of Mediation Rules. Admissions or compromise figures proposed in mediation cannot be disclosed to the trial judge.

हिंदी पाठ

जहां वाद नियम 1क के अधीन निर्देशित किया जाता है, वहां पक्षकार वाद के सुलह (Conciliation / Mediation) के लिए ऐसे फोरम या प्राधिकारी के समक्ष उपसंजात होंगे।

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