Nari Adalat

Description
"Nari Adalat", a component of the "Sambal" sub-scheme under Mission Shakti, by the Ministry of Women and Child Development, Government of India aims to provide an alternate grievance redressal mechanism through counselling, mediation, and awareness to women and girls in need at the Gram Panchayat level. It also focuses on empowering women collectives to resolve disputes and promote access to justice in a community-based setting.

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Benefits
• Provides an alternative dispute resolution platform at the local level.
• Addresses cases related to harassment, domestic violence, property disputes, and social issues.
• Offers counselling, negotiation, and mediation services.
• Ensures resolution through mutual consent and evidence-based approach.
• Spreads awareness about legal rights, government schemes, and entitlements.
• Conducts campaigns on gender equality and women’s rights.
• Acts as a support system for women through handholding and guidance.
• Connects beneficiaries to institutions like police, hospitals, and legal services.
• ₹3,000/- per meeting (for the entire group) to cover logistics such as stationery, travel, and refreshments.
• ₹500/- honorarium to Mukhya Nyaya Sakhi per meeting.
• ₹200/- incentive to each Nyaya Sakhi per meeting.
• ₹800/- per member for uniform, provided twice a year.

Eligibility Criteria
1. > **For Beneficiaries:**
2. - The applicant should be a woman or girl seeking assistance.
3. - The applicant should be facing issues such as harassment, violence, or denial of rights.
4. - The applicant should belong to the local community within the Gram Panchayat jurisdiction.
5. > **For Members (Nyaya Sakhis):**
6. - The applicant should be a woman resident of the concerned Gram Panchayat.
7. - The applicant should be socially respected and active in community work.
8. - The applicant should preferably be an Elected Women Representative, Self-Help Group member, or professional (teacher, doctor, lawyer, social worker).
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Required Documents
• As required/directed by the authority.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the objective of the "Nari Adalat" scheme?
A: The scheme aims to provide a community-based platform for grievance redressal and empowerment of women.
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Q: Who can approach the Nari Adalat?
A: Any woman or girl facing harassment, violence, or denial of rights can approach the Nari Adalat.
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Q: Where is "Nari Adalat" established?
A: Nari Adalat is established at the Gram Panchayat level.
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Q: What types of cases are handled?
A: It handles cases like domestic violence, property disputes, harassment, and social issues.
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Q: Who are Nyaya Sakhis?
A: Nyaya Sakhis are trained women members of the Nari Adalat who facilitate dispute resolution.
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Q: What is the role of Mukhya Nyaya Sakhi?
A: She acts as the head of the Nari Adalat and manages its functioning and records.
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Q: How often are meetings conducted?
A: Meetings are generally held twice a month.
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Q: Is there any fee to access services?
A: No, the services provided by Nari Adalat are free of cost.
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Q: What support is provided apart from dispute resolution?
A: The scheme provides counselling, awareness, and linkage to government services.
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Q: Can cases be referred to other authorities?
A: Yes, unresolved cases can be referred to police, legal services, or other institutions.
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Q: Can Nari Adalat help in awareness of schemes?
A: Yes, it actively spreads awareness about government schemes and women’s rights.
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Q: How are members of Nari Adalat selected?
A: Members are selected by the Gram Panchayat and confirmed by the Gram Sabha.
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