Delhi High Court: U/S 45 of Arbitration Act, Refer Parties to Arbitration Unless Agreement Void or Inoperative

The Delhi High Court ruled that under Section 45 of the Arbitration Act, courts must refer parties to arbitration unless the agreement is found to be void, inoperative, or incapable of being performed. The court emphasized the importance of upholding the arbitration agreement and promoting dispute resolution through arbitration. This decision reinforces the principle of party autonomy in choosing arbitration as a means of resolving disputes.