In which circumstances may an arbitrator not be challenged as per the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996?
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Having the qualifications agreed by parties is a positive attribute, not a ground for challenge. The challenge grounds under Section 12 relate to deficiencies: lack of independence, lack of impartiality, or ineligibility under the Seventh Schedule.
The text reads: Section 12: Arbitrator challengeable for doubts about independence, impartiality, or ineligibility. Possessing agreed qualifications is not a ground for challenge.