What is the period of limitation for filing an application under Section 11 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996?


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This Supreme Court judgement addresses two key issues regarding the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996. Firstly, it clarifies the period of limitation for filing an application under Section 11. Secondly, it considers whether a court can refuse to appoint an arbitrator if the claims appear to be out of time.

Court :
Supreme Court of India

Brief :
The present Appeals raise two important issues for our consideration : (i) the period of limitation for filing an application under Section 11 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 (“the 1996 Act”); and (ii) whether theCourt may refuse to make the reference under Section 11 where the claims are ex facie time-barred?

Citation :
CIVIL APPEAL Nos. 843-844 OF 2021

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