Question

An arbitration proceeding is a:

• A. Judicial proceeding
• B. Quasi-judicial proceeding
• C. Administrative proceeding
• D. None of the above

Hint:

'Quasi' means 'resembling'. An arbitration proceeding resembles a court case (it's an adjudication) but isn't one, so it's called 'quasi-judicial'.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

An arbitration proceeding is best described as a quasi-judicial proceeding.
It is not a purely judicial proceeding because it is not conducted by a court of law but by a private tribunal chosen by the parties.
It is not a purely administrative proceeding because the arbitrator is required to act judicially: they must hear both sides, consider evidence, and deliver a binding decision (an award) that determines the rights and obligations of the parties.
Because it has some characteristics of a judicial proceeding (adjudication of a dispute) but is not conducted by a formal court, it is termed 'quasi-judicial'.