An Indian delegation, headed by Union Minister of State for Law and Justice, Arjun Ram Meghwal, visited the United Kingdom recently. The delegation included several prominent members from India who participated in a significant bilateral meeting with the UK’s Lord Chancellor and Secretary of State for Justice, The Rt. Hon'ble Shabana Mahmood.
The discussions, which took place in a cordial and friendly atmosphere, focused on strengthening legal cooperation between the two nations. Both sides emphasized the importance of simplifying legal frameworks and making laws more accessible through the use of plain language in legislative drafting. This initiative aims to make legal texts easier to understand, benefiting citizens and enhancing the transparency of legal processes.
Additionally, the delegation exchanged insights on Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) mechanisms, with a particular focus on arbitration and mediation. Both India and the UK have been working to improve their ADR frameworks to promote faster, cost-effective solutions to legal disputes. The meeting provided an opportunity for the two nations to share best practices in this area, with a view to encouraging more efficient dispute resolution methods.
The visit highlights the growing legal cooperation between India and the UK, building on a longstanding relationship that continues to evolve in response to the changing dynamics of international law and justice. The emphasis on legislative reform and ADR mechanisms aligns with both countries' efforts to modernize their legal systems and make justice more accessible to the common citizen.
This visit is expected to pave the way for further collaborations, enhancing the ties between the two nations in the field of law and justice.
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