A&C Act · III — Composition of arbitral tribunal

Section 10. Number of arbitrators

In force · As amended up to 2026-08

CHAPTER III Composition of arbitral tribunal 10. Number of arbitrators.— (1) The parties are free to determine the number of arbitrators, provided that such number shall not be an even number. (2) Failing the determination referred to in sub-section (1), the arbitral tribunal shall consist of a sole arbitrator. 10. A close family member of the arbitrator has a significant financial interest in one of the parties or an affiliate of one of the parties. 11.The arbitrator is a legal representative of an entity that is a party in the arbitration. 10. A close family member of the arbitrator has a significant financial interest in one of the parties or an affiliate of one of the parties.

Source: India Code