Cox And Kings Ltd. vs Sap India Pvt. Ltd.

The Supreme Court addressed the 'group of companies doctrine' in the context of arbitration, focusing on the balance between party autonomy and corporate personality. The court emphasized the need for clarity in applying this doctrine to ensure that the principles of arbitration law are upheld. The petition for the appointment of an Arbitral Tribunal was considered under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, leading to a decision that reinforces the importance of contractual agreements in arbitration matters.