Judicial review in contractual matters limited to cases of mala fides, arbitrariness, or irrationality – Decision to re-tender due to Covid-19 restrictions affecting contractor participation held bona fide and in public interest – No fundamental right to renewal of contractor registration – Government’s discretion to protect financial interests by inviting fresh tenders upheld.
Employment Contracts – Exclusive Jurisdiction Clause – Validity and Enforcement – Jurisdiction of Courts – Section 28, Indian Contract Act, 1872 – Section 20, Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 – Order VII, Rules 10 & 11, CPC
Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 – Sections 34, 37 – Indian Contract Act, 1872 – Sections 39, 56 – Development Agreement – Termination and Forfeiture – Delay in Performance – Frustration of Contract.