Question

Which of these is not a primary reason for instituting Nyaya Panchayats in villages?

• A. To resolve disputes at the local level at a quicker pace
• B. To separate executive and judicial powers in rural governance across India
• C. To help villagers avoid expensive litigation in distant towns
• D. To provide an informal mechanism for resolution of disputes

Answer 1

The correct option is B To separate executive and judicial powers in rural governance across India

Nyaya Panchayats were created as speedy and affordable redressal mechanisms for villagers. To ensure the separation of powers, nobody can be a member of both the Nyaya Panchayat and the Gram Panchayat. This is not, however, the main objective for establishing Nyaya Panchayats. In fact, some villages do not have separate Nyaya Panchayats, and the Gram Panchayat acts as the main judicial body in addition to its other functions.