What is the Nyaya Panchayat? State some of its functions

CBSE Class 6
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What is the Nyaya Panchayat? State some of its functions.

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Nyaya Panchayat is a part of the Panchayat system which is formed to settle disputes among the villagers.

It various functions are:

  1. It strives to solve petty criminal and civil cases, wherein the parties in dispute explain their sides to the members of the Panchayat.
  2. They have the power to impose small fines, but cannot send people to jail. Their main aim is to provide cheap and quick justice.
  3. If any side remains unsatisfied they can appeal to the District or High Court.