The correct option is None of the statements given above is correct
Explanation
Lok Adalats are statutory forums under the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987, designed to provide speedy and amicable settlement of disputes.
Statement-wise Analysis
- Lok Adalats have the jurisdiction to settle matters at pre-litigating stage and not those matters pending before any court — Incorrect
Lok Adalats can settle both pre-litigation cases as well as cases pending before courts. - Lok Adalats can deal with matters which are civil and not criminal in nature — Incorrect
Lok Adalats can handle civil cases and also compoundable criminal cases, not exclusively civil matters. - Every Lok Adalat consists of either serving or retired judicial officers only or not any other person — Incorrect
Lok Adalats include judicial officers along with other members such as legal professionals and social workers; they are not limited only to judicial officers.
Key Takeaway: Lok Adalats can handle both pre-litigation and pending cases, include civil and compoundable criminal matters, and consist of judicial as well as non-judicial members.