The Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act

Description: This quiz covers the key aspects of the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, which provides a framework for arbitration proceedings in India.
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The Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act came into force in which year?

  1. 1996

  2. 1997

  3. 1998

  4. 1999


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act was enacted in 1996 to provide a comprehensive legal framework for arbitration in India.

What is the primary objective of the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act?

  1. To promote arbitration as a means of resolving disputes

  2. To regulate the conduct of arbitration proceedings

  3. To enforce arbitration awards

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act aims to promote arbitration, regulate arbitration proceedings, and enforce arbitration awards.

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

  1. Corruption or fraud

  2. Serious irregularity in the conduct of the proceedings

  3. Failure to give proper notice of the arbitration proceedings

  4. Error of law on the face of the award


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Error of law on the face of the award is not a ground for setting aside an arbitral award under the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act.

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

  1. 30 days

  2. 60 days

  3. 90 days

  4. 120 days


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

An application for setting aside an arbitral award must be filed within 30 days from the date of receipt of the award.

Who appoints the arbitrators in an arbitration proceeding under the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act?

  1. The parties to the arbitration agreement

  2. The court

  3. The Arbitration Council of India

  4. The Ministry of Law and Justice


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The parties to the arbitration agreement are responsible for appointing the arbitrators.

What is the number of arbitrators typically appointed in an arbitration proceeding under the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act?

  1. One

  2. Two

  3. Three

  4. Four


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Typically, one arbitrator is appointed in an arbitration proceeding under the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act.

What is the role of the court in an arbitration proceeding under the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act?

  1. To appoint the arbitrators

  2. To supervise the arbitration proceedings

  3. To enforce the arbitration award

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The court's role in an arbitration proceeding under the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act is primarily to enforce the arbitration award.

What is the effect of an arbitration award under the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act?

  1. It is binding on the parties to the arbitration agreement

  2. It can be appealed to the court

  3. It can be set aside by the court

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

An arbitration award under the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act is binding on the parties to the arbitration agreement, can be appealed to the court, and can be set aside by the court.

What is the time limit for enforcing an arbitration award under the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act?

  1. 3 years

  2. 6 years

  3. 9 years

  4. 12 years


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

An arbitration award must be enforced within 3 years from the date of the award.

Which of the following is not a method of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) mentioned in the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act?

  1. Arbitration

  2. Conciliation

  3. Mediation

  4. Negotiation


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Negotiation is not specifically mentioned as a method of ADR in the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act.

What is the purpose of conciliation under the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act?

  1. To facilitate the settlement of disputes through negotiation and mediation

  2. To appoint arbitrators in arbitration proceedings

  3. To enforce arbitration awards

  4. To set aside arbitration awards


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The purpose of conciliation under the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act is to facilitate the settlement of disputes through negotiation and mediation.

Who can initiate conciliation proceedings under the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act?

  1. The parties to the dispute

  2. The court

  3. The Arbitration Council of India

  4. The Ministry of Law and Justice


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Conciliation proceedings can be initiated by the parties to the dispute.

What is the time limit for completing conciliation proceedings under the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act?

  1. 30 days

  2. 60 days

  3. 90 days

  4. 120 days


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Conciliation proceedings must be completed within 60 days from the date of commencement.

What is the effect of a settlement agreement reached through conciliation under the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act?

  1. It is binding on the parties to the dispute

  2. It can be appealed to the court

  3. It can be set aside by the court

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A settlement agreement reached through conciliation is binding on the parties to the dispute.

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

  1. Speed and efficiency

  2. Confidentiality

  3. Flexibility

  4. Enforceability


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Enforceability is not a benefit of arbitration under the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act, as arbitration awards are enforceable under the Act.

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