Arbitration and Domestic Law

This quiz is designed to test your understanding of Arbitration and Domestic Law.

15 Questions Published

Questions

Question 1 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the primary legislation governing arbitration in India?

  1. Arbitration Act, 1940
  2. Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996
  3. Indian Contract Act, 1872
  4. Code of Civil Procedure, 1908
Question 2 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following is not a ground for setting aside an arbitral award under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996?

  1. Corruption or fraud by the arbitrator
  2. Serious irregularity in the conduct of the arbitration proceedings
  3. Failure of the arbitrator to give reasons for the award
  4. The award is in conflict with public policy
Question 3 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the time limit for filing an application for setting aside an arbitral award under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996?

  1. 30 days
  2. 60 days
  3. 90 days
  4. 120 days
Question 4 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following is not a requirement for an arbitration agreement to be valid under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996?

  1. It must be in writing
  2. It must be signed by all the parties
  3. It must specify the subject matter of the dispute
  4. It must be witnessed by two witnesses
Question 5 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the default number of arbitrators in an arbitration proceeding under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996?

  1. 1
  2. 2
  3. 3
  4. 4
Question 6 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following is not a power of the arbitral tribunal under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996?

  1. To summon witnesses
  2. To compel the production of documents
  3. To administer oaths
  4. To award punitive damages
Question 7 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the effect of an arbitral award under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996?

  1. It is binding on the parties
  2. It can be appealed to the court
  3. It can be enforced by the court
  4. All of the above
Question 8 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following is not a ground for refusing to enforce an arbitral award under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996?

  1. The award is in conflict with public policy
  2. The award was obtained by fraud or corruption
  3. The award is in violation of the fundamental principles of natural justice
  4. The award is not in writing
Question 9 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the limitation period for filing an application for the enforcement of an arbitral award under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996?

  1. 3 years
  2. 6 years
  3. 9 years
  4. 12 years
Question 10 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following is not a type of arbitration under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996?

  1. Domestic arbitration
  2. International arbitration
  3. Institutional arbitration
  4. Ad hoc arbitration
Question 11 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the role of the court in arbitration proceedings under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996?

  1. To appoint arbitrators
  2. To supervise the arbitration proceedings
  3. To enforce arbitral awards
  4. All of the above
Question 12 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following is not a method of resolving disputes under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996?

  1. Arbitration
  2. Conciliation
  3. Mediation
  4. Negotiation
Question 13 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the role of the arbitral tribunal in arbitration proceedings under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996?

  1. To hear the evidence and arguments of the parties
  2. To decide the dispute and issue an award
  3. To enforce the award
  4. All of the above
Question 14 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following is not a benefit of arbitration under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996?

  1. It is a private and confidential process
  2. It is less expensive than litigation
  3. It is faster than litigation
  4. It is more flexible than litigation
Question 15 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the primary objective of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996?

  1. To promote arbitration as a means of resolving disputes
  2. To provide a uniform law for arbitration
  3. To make arbitration more accessible and affordable
  4. All of the above