11 May 2026

India ratifies Hague Convention on Service of Documents Abroad

UPSC
International Relations
Polity

Summary

India ratified the 1965 Hague Service Convention, simplifying cross-border service of judicial documents in civil/commercial matters. Reduces delays in international legal proceedings for Indian businesses and citizens abroad.

Why it matters

UPSC GS-2 (International Treaties), Law. India is now part of 80+ Hague Conventions signatories.