Section72
The Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996

Suggestions by parties for settlement of dispute

In force From 22 Aug 1996 Act 26 of 1996 As on 17 Oct 2026

Act 26 of 1996 Ministry Law and Justice Enacted 16 Aug 1996 In force 22 Aug 1996

Section 72 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 deals with suggestions by parties for settlement of dispute. Each party may, on his own initiative or at the invitation of the conciliator, submit to the conciliator suggestions for the settlement of the dispute. The Act came into force on 22 Aug 1996.

Each party may, on his own initiative or at the invitation of the conciliator, submit to the conciliator suggestions for the settlement of the dispute.

Section 72, The Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 (Act 26 of 1996).

Questions about Section 72

What does Section 72 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act deal with?

Section 72 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act is headed "Suggestions by parties for settlement of dispute". Each party may, on his own initiative or at the invitation of the conciliator, submit to the conciliator suggestions for the settlement of the dispute.

How do I find court cases under Section 72 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act?

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When did Section 72 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act come into force?

Section 72 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, cited as Arbitration Act 72, came into force on 22 Aug 1996, having been enacted on 16 Aug 1996. It is in force as at the date shown on this page.

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