Question

Under Section 13(2), what is the mandatory timeline and procedure for challenging an arbitrato

Q: Answer-Under Section 13(2), what is the mandatory timeline and procedure for challenging an arbitrator

Explanation Section 132 provides A party who intends to challenge an arbitrator shall, within fifteen days after becoming aware of the constitution of the arbitral tribunal or after becoming aware of any circumstances that give rise to justifiable doubts as to his independence, or impartiality, or that he does not possess the qualification agreed to by the parties, send a written statement of the reasons for the challenge to the arbitral tribunal. The 15-day window is strict and non-extendablefailure to challenge within this period is typically deemed a waiver of the right to challenge. The requirement of written statement ensures a clear record of allegations.

A A party can challenge at any time during arbitral proceedings without formality

B Within 15 days after becoming aware of circumstances giving rise to doubts, a written statement of reasons for the challenge must be sent to the arbitral tribunal

C A party must challenge within 3 months but can do so verbally

D Challenges must be filed in court within 30 days of arbitrator's appointment

E No specific timeline exists; challenges can be raised at any stage

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