Section 9 Of The Arbitration And Conciliation Act, 1996

Introduction

Section 9 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 (hereinafter referred to as "the Act") is a crucial provision that allows parties to seek interim relief from courts before, during, or after arbitration proceedings, but before the enforcement of the arbitral award. The provision ensures that the subject matter of the dispute is protected, and the arbitration process is not rendered ineffective due to delays or dilatory tactics. Over the years, Section 9 has been interpreted and applied in various landmark judgments, shaping its scope and application.

Section 9 allows parties to seek interim relief from courts before, during, or after the arbitration proceedings but before the enforcement of the arbitral award. The provision ensures that the subject matter of the dispute is preserved, and the arbitration process remains effective. The Supreme Court, in Sundaram Finance Ltd. v. NEPC India Ltd., emphasized that courts could grant