What Is Alternative Dispute Resolution and Why It Is Important?
Disputes are an unavoidable part of commercial activity, contractual relationships, employment, infrastructure projects, family matters, and regulatory enforcement. Traditionally, disputes were resolved through court litigation. While courts remain the backbone of the justice system, litigation is often time consuming, expensive, and procedurally complex. This has led to the growth of Alternative Dispute Resolution as a practical and legally recognized mechanism for resolving disputes outside traditional courtrooms. Alternative Dispute Resolution, commonly referred to as ADR, has become an essential component of dispute resolution law in India . Courts, regulators, and commercial parties increasingly rely on structured non litigation processes to achieve timely and enforceable outcomes. This article explains what Alternative Dispute Resolution means, the different forms it takes, how it operates under dispute resolution law, and why it plays a critical role in Dispute Resolution Indi...