INDIA HOUSEHOLD & HEALTHCARE LTD. vs LG HOUSEHOLD & HEALTHCARE LTD.

The Supreme Court addressed an application under Section 11(5) and (6) of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, for the appointment of an arbitrator due to the respondent's failure to do so. The court examined the validity of an agreement dated 8.05.2004, which included an arbitration clause, and the respondent's claims of fraud and lack of authority concerning a prior Memorandum of Understanding. The court held that the arbitration clause was enforceable, rejecting the respondent's arguments regarding the alleged fraud and affirming the need for arbitration as per the agreement.