Art. 134 · Part 11
District Court
जिल्ला अदालत
Original Text
A District Court shall be established in each district. District Courts serve as trial courts of first instance for most civil and criminal matters.
💡 Plain Language Explanation
Every district has its own court — this is where most Nepalis first encounter the justice system. District Courts handle all initial trials: criminal cases, civil disputes, land cases, family matters. They\'re the front door of justice. Appeal goes to the High Court.
🇳🇵 नेपाली व्याख्या
प्रत्येक जिल्लामा जिल्ला अदालत — नागरिकहरूको पहिलो न्यायिक सम्पर्क बिन्दु।
✅ Strengths
Geographic spread ensures courts are physically present in every district.
⚠️ Concerns
Many District Courts are understaffed, underequipped, and overwhelmed with case backlogs.