This document contains the judgment from the Supreme Court of India in the case of M/S. Afcons Infra Ltd & Anr Vs M/S Cherian Varkey Construction & Ors, dated 26 July 2010. The judgment primarily discusses the interpretation and application of Section 89 of the Code of Civil Procedure concerning alternative dispute resolution (ADR) methods, particularly arbitration. It clarifies whether parties can be referred to arbitration without their mutual consent and addresses procedural aspects of ADR processes. This judgment is crucial for legal professionals, legal scholars, and anyone involved in civil litigation seeking to understand the nuances of ADR in India.