Multiple choice

The court under Section 89 (1) of the CPC can refer the dispute for:

  1. Mediation or Lok Adalat

  2. Arbitration or conciliation

  3. Conciliation or mediation

  4. All the above

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D Correct answer
Explanation

Section 89(1) of CPC enables courts to refer disputes for alternative dispute resolution including arbitration, conciliation, mediation, or Lok Adalat. The provision gives courts flexibility to choose the most appropriate ADR mechanism based on the nature of the dispute and parties' circumstances.