#venue of arbitration

Calcutta High Court rules that a party's silence after notice and participation in arbitration proceedings before a designated court constitutes implied consent under Section 20 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act. The judgment reinforces party autonomy, allowing unilateral venue designation where the opposing party does not object and engages in the process.

Delhi High Court clarifies that mere arbitration venue does not confer jurisdiction; seat must be agreed or determined. Section 42 vests exclusive control in court first approached where cause of action arises.