This document contains the original judgment from the High Court of Delhi concerning a petition filed under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996. It addresses a dispute regarding the appointment of an arbitrator, specifically examining the impact of stamp duty on the validity and enforceability of arbitration agreements within commercial contracts. The judgment clarifies that an arbitration agreement is distinct from the main contract and its enforceability is not necessarily invalidated by issues with stamp duty on the latter. It is useful for legal practitioners, businesses, and anyone involved in arbitration proceedings where stamp duty is a concern.
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