UNION OF INDIA vs G.S. ATWAL & CO.

The Supreme Court addressed the validity of an arbitration award under the Arbitration Act, 1940, specifically Section 30(c), which allows for setting aside an award if it is found to be in excess of the arbitrator's authority. The Court held that the High Court correctly found no error apparent on the face of the award, thus upholding the award of Rs.35,72,550/- with interest. The appeal was dismissed, affirming the High Court's decision to direct the civil court to pass a decree in accordance with the arbitration award.