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    Question

    A plea questioning the jurisdiction of the arbitral

    tribunal
    A must be raised before or at the time of submission of statement of defence Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B may be raised after the submission of the statement of defence Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C can be raised at any time before the conclusion of arbitral proceedings Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D can be raised at any time before the making of arbitral award. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Section 16(2) of Arbitration and Conciliation Act - A plea that the arbitral tribunal does not have jurisdiction shall be raised not later than the submission of the statement of defence; however, a party shall not be precluded from raising such a plea merely because that he has appointed, or participated in the appointment of, an arbitrator.

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