15. Functions of Centre
Without prejudice to the provisions contained in section 14, the Centre shall strive,—
[(a) to facilitate the conduct of conciliation and other forms of alternative dispute resolution mechanism, both international and domestic, in the manner as may be specified by the regulations;]
to provide cost effective and timely services for the conduct of arbitration and conciliation at national and international level;
to promote studies in the field of alternative dispute resolution and related matters, and to promote reforms in the system of settlement of disputes;
to undertake teaching and to provide for diffusion of knowledge of law and procedures on alternative dispute resolution and related matters and to award certificates and other academic or professional distinction;
to impart training in alternative dispute resolution and related matters to those who are handling arbitration, conciliation and mediation;
to co-operate with other societies, institutions and organisations, national or international for promoting alternative dispute resolution; and
to perform such other functions as may be entrusted to it by the Central Government for promoting alternative dispute resolution.
Amendment notes (1)
- Subs w.e.f. 27-1-2023 . Subs. by Act 23 of 2022, s. 9, for clause (a) (w.e.f. 27-1-2023).