Arbitral Tribunal Can’t Allow Application U/S 27 Of A&C Act Without Forming A Prima Facie View On The Relevancy Or Admissibility Of The Evidence: Delhi High Court

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Arbitral Tribunal Can’t Allow Application U/S 27 Of A&C Act Without Forming A Prima Facie View On The Relevancy Or Admissibility Of The Evidence: Delhi High Court

facie view on the relevance and admissibility of the evidence.

The court dismissed the petition, directing the Arbitral Tribunal to consider, even on a prima facie basis, the relevancy of the evidence before allowing the petitioner to seek the court's assistance.

The court clarified that disputes over non-payment of arbitral fees were not suitable for consideration under Section 27.

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