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Nari Adalat

Nari Adalat, a component of the "Sambal" sub-scheme under Mission Shakti, it aims to provide women with an alternate Grievance Redressal Mechanism for resolving cases of petty nature (harassment, subversion, curtailment of rights or entitlements) faced by them at Gram panchayat level.

Ministry / Department
Ministry of Women and Child Development
Level
Central
Benefit type
other
Last verified: 18 Jun 2026

What is Nari Adalat?

Nari Adalat, a component of the "Sambal" sub-scheme under Mission Shakti, it aims to provide women with an alternate Grievance Redressal Mechanism for resolving cases of petty nature (harassment, subversion, curtailment of rights or entitlements) faced by them at Gram panchayat level.

Benefit
> Grievance Redressal Support: • Provides an alternative dispute resolution platform at the local level. • Addresses cases related to harassment, domestic violence, property disputes, and social issues. > Counselling and Mediation: • Offers counselling, negotiation, and mediation services. • Ensures resolution through mutual consent and evidence-based approach. > Awareness Generation: • Spreads awareness about legal rights, government schemes, and entitlements. • Conducts campaigns on gender equality and women’s rights. > Community Support and Facilitation: • Acts as a support system for women through handholding and guidance. • Connects beneficiaries to institutions like police, hospitals, and legal services. > Financial Support (Operational): • ₹3,000/- per meeting (for the entire group) to cover logistics such as stationery, travel, and refreshments. • ₹500/- honorarium to Mukhya Nyaya Sakhi per meeting. • ₹200/- incentive to each Nyaya Sakhi per meeting. • ₹800/- per member for uniform, provided twice a year. <br>
Level
Central
Ministry / Dept.
Ministry of Women and Child Development
Benefit type
other
Key eligibility
> For Beneficiaries:
Last verified
18 Jun 2026

Overview

"Nari Adalat", a component of the "Sambal" sub-scheme under Mission Shakti, by the Ministry of Women and Child Development, Government of India aims to provide an alternate grievance redressal mechanism through counselling, mediation, and awareness to women and girls in need at the Gram Panchayat level. It also focuses on empowering women collectives to resolve disputes and promote access to justice in a community-based setting.

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Benefits

> Grievance Redressal Support:

Provides an alternative dispute resolution platform at the local level.

Addresses cases related to harassment, domestic violence, property disputes, and social issues.

> Counselling and Mediation:

Offers counselling, negotiation, and mediation services.

Ensures resolution through mutual consent and evidence-based approach.

> Awareness Generation:

Spreads awareness about legal rights, government schemes, and entitlements.

Conducts campaigns on gender equality and women’s rights.

> Community Support and Facilitation:

Acts as a support system for women through handholding and guidance.

Connects beneficiaries to institutions like police, hospitals, and legal services.

> Financial Support (Operational):

₹3,000/- per meeting (for the entire group) to cover logistics such as stationery, travel, and refreshments.

₹500/- honorarium to Mukhya Nyaya Sakhi per meeting.

₹200/- incentive to each Nyaya Sakhi per meeting.

₹800/- per member for uniform, provided twice a year.

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Eligibility

  • > For Beneficiaries:
  • The applicant should be a woman or girl seeking assistance.
  • The applicant should be facing issues such as harassment, violence, or denial of rights.
  • The applicant should belong to the local community within the Gram Panchayat jurisdiction.
  • > For Members (Nyaya Sakhis):
  • The applicant should be a woman resident of the concerned Gram Panchayat.
  • The applicant should be socially respected and active in community work.
  • The applicant should preferably be an Elected Women Representative, Self-Help Group member, or professional (teacher, doctor, lawyer, social worker).
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Area: IndiaBenefit: other

Documents Required

  • As required/directed by the authority.
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How to Apply

  1. Step 1: Offline — Step 1

    Aggrieved women approach the Nari Adalat at the Gram Panchayat level.

  2. Step 2: Offline — Step 2

    The Nari Adalat registers the complaint and schedules a hearing.

  3. Step 3: Offline — Step 3

    Notices are issued to concerned parties.

  4. Step 4: Offline — Step 4

    the NA will arrive at a solution by using tools of counselling, negotiation and mediation tactics, or evidence-based approach to reach a mutually acceptable conclusion.

  5. Step 5: Offline — Step 5

    The NA should follow up with the aggrieved for at-least one month to report on any recurrence of the matter. <br>

FAQ

What is the objective of the "Nari Adalat" scheme?

The scheme aims to provide a community-based platform for grievance redressal and empowerment of women. <br>

Who can approach the Nari Adalat?

Any woman or girl facing harassment, violence, or denial of rights can approach the Nari Adalat. <br>

Where is "Nari Adalat" established?

Nari Adalat is established at the Gram Panchayat level. <br>

What types of cases are handled?

It handles cases like domestic violence, property disputes, harassment, and social issues. <br>

Who are Nyaya Sakhis?

Nyaya Sakhis are trained women members of the Nari Adalat who facilitate dispute resolution. <br>

What is the role of Mukhya Nyaya Sakhi?

She acts as the head of the Nari Adalat and manages its functioning and records. <br>

How often are meetings conducted?

Meetings are generally held twice a month. <br>

Is there any fee to access services?

No, the services provided by Nari Adalat are free of cost. <br>

What support is provided apart from dispute resolution?

The scheme provides counselling, awareness, and linkage to government services. <br>

Can cases be referred to other authorities?

Yes, unresolved cases can be referred to police, legal services, or other institutions. <br>

Can Nari Adalat help in awareness of schemes?

Yes, it actively spreads awareness about government schemes and women’s rights. <br>

How are members of Nari Adalat selected?

Members are selected by the Gram Panchayat and confirmed by the Gram Sabha. <br>

Sources & References

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