While Deciding Petition U/S 9 Of Arbitration Act, Court Cannot Ignore Basic Principles Of CPC: Andhra Pradesh HC

The Andhra Pradesh High Court dealt with a petition under Section 9 of the Arbitration Act, stating that courts cannot ignore the basic principles of the Civil Procedure Code (CPC) while deciding arbitration matters. The court ruled that even though the Arbitration Act provides for the arbitration process, the fundamental principles of the CPC should not be bypassed. This ensures that procedural fairness is maintained, and parties involved in arbitration proceedings are provided with a clear and equitable legal process.