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    Question

    Under Section 21 of the Arbitration and Conciliation

    Act, 1996 (Procedure to be followed by Arbitral Tribunal):
    A The tribunal must follow civil court procedure strictly Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B The tribunal must follow the law applicable to the substance of the dispute Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C The tribunal is free to determine its own procedure Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D The tribunal must record detailed reasons for every decision Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E The tribunal must conduct oral hearings in all cases Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Section 21(4) provides that the arbitral tribunal shall conduct the proceedings in such manner as it considers appropriate, provided the parties are treated equally. Section 21(2) requires the tribunal to follow the substantive law applicable to the dispute. The tribunal is not bound by civil procedure rules but must ensure procedural fairness. Section 31 requires the tribunal to state reasons for its award. [Citation: Sections 21 and 31, Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996]

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