Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) refers to a range of processes that serve as alternatives to traditional litigation for resolving disputes. In India, this method of dispute resolution has gained significant prominence due to its efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and ability to reduce the burden on the overburdened judicial system.
ADR mechanisms have proven to be particularly effective in commercial disputes, family disputes, and issues related to labour and employment. They offer a faster resolution, preserve relationships, and provide more control to the parties over the outcome compared to traditional court proceedings.
In recent years, the Indian judiciary and legislature have actively promoted ADR to alleviate the backlog of cases in courts. As ADR continues to evolve, it is expected to play a critical role in ensuring accessible and timely justice in the country. The rise of Online Dispute Resolution (ODR) in India has been fuelled by the judiciary’s recognition of its potential to ease the burden on courts and enhance access to justice.
As India continues to digitize its economy and judicial processes, ODR is expected to play an increasingly important role in the legal landscape, offering an efficient and accessible alternative to traditional dispute resolution methods.
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Arbitration
Mediation
Conciliation
Negotiation
Online Dispute Resolution (ODR), among others.
- Arbitration involves a neutral third party, known as the arbitrator, who listens to the arguments of both parties and provides a binding decision.
- Mediation, on the other hand, is a non-binding process where a mediator facilitates dialogue between disputing parties to help them reach a mutually acceptable solution.
- Conciliation is similar to mediation, but the conciliator plays a more active role in suggesting terms of settlement.
- Negotiation is a direct discussion between the parties involved, where they attempt to settle the dispute without any third-party intervention.
- Online Dispute Resolution (ODR) refers to the use of digital platforms and tools to conduct dispute resolution processes such as arbitration, mediation, and conciliation online, rather than through traditional in-person methods.