Refuses Arbitration After Cheques Encashed Pursuant to 'Full and Final Settlement' Without Protest: Rajasthan High Court

In a recent development under the Arbitration Act, the court's role in conducting a prima facie examination during referral proceedings has been emphasized. This examination is crucial in determining the validity of arbitration agreements and the arbitrability of disputes. Section 34 of the Arbitration Act specifies that the court's intervention should be limited to cases where there are good and substantial reasons to do so. The primary goal is to…