LatestCorporate Compliance 10 November 2026
India Moves Dispute Resolution Toward Solutions
An interview with legal expert A.J. Jawad highlights a paradigm shift in Indian dispute resolution, moving away from fault‑finding toward collaborative problem‑solving. The piece examines how alternative dispute mechanisms, such as mediation, are being re‑engineered to address systemic bottlenecks, improve efficiency, and align with evolving corporate and labor regulations, including recent maternity leave reforms.
[India Moves Dispute Resolution Toward Solutions](https://www.scconline.com/blog/post/2026/11/10/rethinking-dispute-resolution-in-india-from-fault-finding-to-problem-solving-an-interview-with-a-j-jawad/)
A.J. Jawad argues that India’s dispute‑resolution landscape is shifting from traditional fault‑finding courts to collaborative, problem‑solving mechanisms.
- Mediation and other ADR tools are being redesigned to cut delays and costs.
- New labor policies, like updated maternity leave rules, are prompting more flexible settlement approaches.
- The goal is to create faster, fairer outcomes for businesses and employees alike.
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