ERACH F. D. MEHTA vs MINOO F. D. MEHTA

The Supreme Court held that the arbitration clause in the partnership deed, which covers 'all disputes and questions' arising between partners, includes disputes regarding the dissolution of the partnership. The appellant's claim that a new agreement regarding dissolution created separate rights and obligations was rejected, affirming that the arbitration clause applies to such disputes. The High Court's dismissal of the appellant's application under Section 33 of the Arbitration Act, 1940 was upheld, confirming the jurisdiction of the arbitrators over the dispute.