Question

Under what conditions can an arbitrator be challenged?

Q: Answer-Under what conditions can an arbitrator be challenged?

Arbitration and Conciliation Act Section 12. Grounds for challenge. 3 An arbitrator may be challenged only if a circumstances exist that give rise to justifiable doubts as to his independence or impartiality, or b he does not possess the qualifications agreed to by the parties

A An arbitrator can be challenged only if there are justifiable doubts about their independence or impartiality, or if they do not have the qualifications agreed upon by the parties

B An arbitrator can be challenged if they are not available to attend all meetings

C An arbitrator can be challenged based on their personal opinions about the case

D An arbitrator can be challenged if they have a prior relationship with one of the parties involved

E An arbitrator can be challenged if they fail to meet the deadlines set for the arbitration process.

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