This is the official portal of the Bihar State Legal Services Authority (BSLSA), which is a statutory body constituted under the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987. The BSLSA is headquartered in Patna, Bihar, India, and is affiliated with the Patna High Court.
The BSLSA’s primary objective is to provide free and competent legal services to the weaker sections of society, including:
- Women
- Children
- Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes
- Backward Classes
- Physically challenged individuals
- Mentally ill individuals
- Industrial workmen
- Victims of natural disasters
- Victims of mass disasters
- Victims of ethnic violence
- Other disadvantaged and marginalized groups
The BSLSA aims to ensure that these sections of society have access to justice, which is a fundamental right guaranteed by the Constitution of India. The authority provides legal aid and assistance through various means, including:
- Legal counseling
- Legal representation
- Mediation and conciliation
- Lok Adalats (People’s Courts)
- Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) mechanisms
The website provides information on the BSLSA’s activities, including its organizational structure, functions, and initiatives. It also features a section on “Legal Aid,” which provides details on the types of legal aid available, eligibility criteria, and the application process.
