State Of Punjab And Ors vs Phulan Rani And Anr

The Supreme Court held that the disposal of a pension claim by Lok Adalat was improper under Section 20 of The Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987, which outlines the types of cases suitable for Lok Adalat. Despite this, the Court affirmed the High Court's decision that the respondent was entitled to pension based on merits. The Court emphasized the need for proper representation in legal proceedings and the importance of adhering to statutory provisions regarding dispute resolution.