About

• Alternative dispute resolution (ADR) refers to the different ways people can resolve disputes without a trial. Common ADR processes include mediation, arbitration, and neutral evaluation. 
• These processes are generally confidential, less formal, and less stressful than traditional court proceedings.

Advantages

• ADR often saves money and speeds settlement. In mediation, parties play an important role in resolving their own disputes. 
• This often results in creative solutions, longer-lasting outcomes, greater satisfaction, and improved relationships.

Why in News?

• India-UK signed an agreement to exchange experiences and best practices in areas of ADR mechanisms like arbitration and mediation.

• It was further agreed that training and capacity enhancement programmes would be conducted in reputed Institutes for legal advisers, draftsman, judicial officers, prosecutors and legal professionals and in time bound manner.

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