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Afcons Infrastructure Ltd. v Cherian Varkey Construction Co. (P) Ltd.

(2010) 8 SCC 24

(2010) 8 SCC 24 · Supreme Court of India

ADRsection-89CPCmediationconciliationguidelineslandmark
Court
Supreme Court of India
Year
2010
Subjects
Alternate Dispute Resolution
Reviewed
2026-08-02

Rule established

Comprehensive guidelines for operation of S.89 CPC; court cannot compel arbitration without agreement but can direct mediation/conciliation; classified cases suitable/unsuitable for ADR

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