Must Parties Opt For ADR (Alternative Dispute Resolution) In Civil Cases?

The pendency of cases in India is in lakhs.

The root cause behind such growing pendency of cases is the rise in the number of fresh suits filed every year. The Govt. of India and Indian Judiciary has taken many measures to reduce the pending cases. However, among all the measures being taken, the amendment of Section 89 of the Code of Civil procedure 1908 was the most significant.

One of the significant reasons for choosing the modes of ADR as provided under “Section 89”, is that it leads to reduce the workload of the courts. Thus, by choosing Arbitration, Mediation, or Conciliation, the parties contribute to bringing a reduction in the number of cases. Further, the cost involved in the mechanisms of ADR is too less as compared to civil litigation. Thus, it is also considered to be cost-effective.

Following Mentioned Are Some Of  The Types Of Arbitration –

Ad Hoc Arbitration;
Institutional Arbitration;
Statutory Arbitration;
Domestic Arbitration;
Fast-Track Arbitration

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