Legal Services Authorities Act

This book offers a clear and structured exposition of the Legal Services Authorities Act, focusing on both Central and State laws governing legal aid and access to justice in India. Authored under Srivastava’s well-recognized legal series, the work explains the statutory framework for legal services institutions, including their constitution, powers, functions, and objectives. It highlights the role of legal services authorities in ensuring free and competent legal aid to eligible sections of society and strengthening the justice delivery system.

Key Features

• Detailed treatment of the Legal Services Authorities Act with Central and State perspectives
• Explanation of the structure and functioning of legal services institutions
• Coverage of statutory duties, powers, and responsibilities under the Act
• Discussion on legal aid, Lok Adalats, and alternative dispute resolution mechanisms
• Judicial interpretation of provisions affecting access to justice
• Updated edition reflecting practical application and procedural aspects

This book is especially useful for law students, advocates, judicial officers, legal services authority members, academicians, legal aid lawyers, social justice practitioners, and legal researchers. It serves as a practical guide for understanding the implementation of legal aid laws, operation of Lok Adalats, and institutional mechanisms aimed at providing affordable and accessible justice across India.