The popularity of village courts in Jashore district is on the rise, thanks to their efficient and affordable dispute resolution services. Over the past two years, these courts have handled approximately 7,000 cases, with a settlement rate exceeding 98 percent. During this period, victims have received around Taka 13 crore in compensation.
Villagers across 93 union councils in 8 upazilas of Jashore district are benefiting from the quick and minimal-cost justice provided by these courts. For instance, Alam Khan of Hakimpur village in Chowgacha upazila recovered a debt of Taka 40,000 through a village court at a cost of only Taka 100, after struggling to do so through traditional means.
FAQs
- **How many cases have village courts handled in Jashore district?** Village courts have handled approximately 7,000 cases in the past two years. - **What is the settlement rate of these cases?** The settlement rate exceeds 98 percent. - **How much compensation have victims received?** Victims have received around Taka 13 crore in compensation. - **What types of disputes are resolved by village courts?** Village courts resolve disputes related to financial transactions, debt recovery, land disputes, payment of agricultural workers' wages, and minor criminal offenses.
