Law of Mediation by Parthvi Ahuja, with a foreword by Hon’ble Mr. Justice N. Kotiswar Singh (Judge, Supreme Court of India), is a comprehensive and contemporary text that examines the legal framework, principles, and practical application of mediation in India. Written in the context of the growing prominence of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), this book provides a systematic study of mediation as a structured, confidential, and voluntary dispute resolution mechanism.
The text offers an analytical understanding of the statutory foundation of mediation, including the Mediation Act, 2023, the role of courts in referring disputes, enforceability of settlement agreements, institutional mediation, community mediation, and mediation in commercial, family, and civil disputes. It also discusses ethical standards, mediator qualifications, confidentiality obligations, and comparative perspectives from global mediation practices.
Designed with clarity and academic precision, this book is highly relevant for law students, ADR practitioners, mediators, academicians, judicial officers, and policy researchers seeking an in-depth and updated understanding of mediation within the Indian legal system.
Key Features
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Comprehensive analysis of mediation law in India, including recent statutory developments.
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Detailed discussion on the Mediation Act, 2023, court-referred mediation, and institutional frameworks.
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Explains core principles such as voluntariness, neutrality, confidentiality, and party autonomy.
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Covers practical aspects of mediator training, ethics, settlement drafting, and enforcement.
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Includes sector-specific applications, including commercial, family, and civil dispute mediation.
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Comparative insights from international mediation models and best practices.
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Useful for LL.B and LL.M students, ADR professionals, legal educators, and judiciary training programs.
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