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    Question

    Under Section 34(2)(b)(ii) of the Arbitration Act, 1996,

    arbitral awards can be set aside if they are:
    A Contrary to public policy of India Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Violate fundamental policy Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Induce patent illegality Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D All of the above Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Exceed arbitrator fees only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Section 34 of the Arbitration Act, 1996 grounds include public policy violation (fraud, corruption), fundamental policy contravention (arbitral autonomy, natural justice), and patent illegality (2015 amendment). Courts exercise narrow "hands-off" review preserving party autonomy and minimal intervention.

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