Legal Aid and Access to Justice under Legal Services Authorities Act 1987

Article at a Glance

Article 39A mandates State to provide free legal aid to ensure justice is not denied due to economic disability.
Section 12 LSA Act lists eligible groups: women, children, SC/ST, custody victims, low-income citizens.
District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) assigns panel advocate free of costs.

Executive Overview

Who qualifies for free legal services in India (women, children, SC/ST, custody victims, low income), DLSA/SLSA role, and Lok Adalat dispute settlement.

Key Takeaways & Practical Takeouts

Free legal aid covers court fee, lawyer fees, drafting charges, and document copies.
Lok Adalat awards hold finality equivalent to a civil court decree; no appeal lies against mutual settlement.

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Eligibility under Section 12
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