September 12, 2026

Section 43E – Arbitration Act: Vacancies Not to Invalidate Proceedings

Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 — back to Table of Contents

Section 43E. Vacancies, etc., not to invalidate proceedings of Council

No act or proceeding of the Council shall be questioned or shall be invalid merely on the ground of—

  • (a) existence of any vacancy or defect, in the constitution of the Council; or
  • (b) any defect in the appointment of a person acting as a Chairperson or as a Member of the Council; or
  • (c) any irregularity in the procedure of the Council not affecting the merits of the case.