Abstract:
This dissertation reports focuses on a newly emerging legal term- Alternative Dispute Resolution. It is known to all that huge backlog of cases is one of the main problem in the legal arena of Bangladesh. Moreover many people are reluctant and disinterested to go through the complex procedure of the ordinary litigations. To overcome such kinds of problem the concept of Alternative Dispute Resolution has been introduced. ADR is the most effective system to solve such kind of problem. However since it’s a new system many people, experts in legal ground show a conservative approach to the system or procedure. Therefore, the fullest attempt has been given to give a clear and concise idea about the system or procedure , that the people can rely on the system. The dissertation include every aspect of the ADR i.e. definition, nature, advantage, importance, procedure etc. Dispute is a natural and inevitable part of all human social relationships. Therefore, it is not desirable to go through the complex process of litigation to resolve such dispute in every case. ADR creates a platform to resolve such dispute in considerably easy and smooth way. The dissertation has given special emphasis on the importance of ADR in cases of family matter. Disputes relating to family matters are such as marriage, divorces etc. can be resolved very effectively through this system. In such cases constructive decisions can be made. The system is helpful to maintain privacy of the parties. Considering the importance of ADR steps to be taken to apply the method in considerable dispute cases.
