Plausible View Taken By Arbitrator Based On Facts Of Case Cannot Be Interfered With U/S 34 Of Arbitration Act: Delhi High Court

The Delhi High Court ruled that a plausible view taken by an arbitrator based on the facts of a case cannot be interfered with under Section 34 of the Arbitration Act. The court emphasized that once an arbitrator has made a decision based on a reasonable interpretation of the facts, it should not be overturned unless it is perverse or patently illegal. This decision reinforces the principle of minimal judicial intervention in arbitral awards, ensuring that the arbitrator’s autonomy and expertise are respected. The case involved a dispute over a construction contract, where the arbitrator’s decision was challenged but ultimately upheld by the court.