Section 4 Arbitration Act Explained: Arbitration agreement to be in writing | Nyaya

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What does Section 4 of Arbitration Act say?

An arbitration agreement shall be in writing. An arbitration agreement is in writing if it is contained in a document signed by the parties or in an exchange of letters, telex, telegrams or other means of telecommunication which provide a record of the agreement. The agreement referred to in clause (b) of sub-section (1) of section 7 shall be deemed to be an arbitration agreement in writing.

Indian StandardSection 4, Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996

Bluebook (21st ed.)Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, § 4 (India)

Court Pleading StandardSection 4 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996

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What is Section 4 of Arbitration Act?

Section 4 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 (Arbitration Act) defines and regulates "Arbitration agreement to be in writing". The section states: An arbitration agreement shall be in writing. An arbitration agreement is in writing if it is contained in a document signed by the parties or in an exchange of letters, telex, tel...

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