Corporate Laws – Pocket Edition is a comprehensive yet concise compendium of major Indian corporate legislations. This Edition integrates fully annotated text of the Companies Act, 2013, alongside other important statutes such as the Competition Act, 2002; Depositories Act, 1996; Foreign Exchange Management Act, 1999; Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016; Limited Liability Partnership Act, 2008; and more. Its handy size and expert annotations make it an essential resource for quick reference and a thorough understanding of corporate legal frameworks.
This book is intended for the following audience:
- Corporate Professionals and Practitioners – Company Secretaries, Chartered Accountants, Cost Accountants, Legal Consultants, and Lawyers seeking a quick and authoritative reference
- Academics and Students – Ideal for those pursuing professional courses (CA, CS, CMA, and LLB), post-graduate programs in business and commerce, or research in corporate and commercial laws
- Business Owners and Entrepreneurs – An invaluable reference for anyone looking to understand legal compliance and governance requirements
The Present Publication is the 52nd Edition, updated upto 1st June 2025. It is edited by Taxmann's Editorial Board, with the following noteworthy features
- [Annotated Companies Act 2013] Each section is supported by relevant rules, prescribed forms, exemptions for special entities (e.g., Private Companies, Nidhis, IFSC companies), circulars, and notifications
- [Cross-references to Allied Laws] Detailed references to SEBI Rules, Secretarial Standards (SS-1 to SS-4), and Listing Obligations help contextualise the Companies Act 2013
- [Comparative Insights] Includes corresponding provisions from the erstwhile Companies Act 1956, aiding readers in understanding legislative evolution
- [Comprehensive Coverage] Incorporates significant corporate and commercial statutes, from the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code 2016 to the Foreign Exchange Management Act 1999, ensuring all key laws are available in one place
- [Practical Aids] Gist of judicially noticed words and phrases, plus extracts from other Acts, make it easier to interpret complex legal concepts and cross-verify provisions
- [User-friendly Format] Despite its extensive coverage, the layout remains reader-friendly with consistent headings, subheadings, and cross-references
- [Ideal for On-the-Go Reference] Designed as a pocket edition, ensuring users have the key corporate laws available at all times without the weight of a full-sized compendium
The coverage of the book is as follows:
- Companies Act 2013
- Arrangement of Sections
- Annotated text with updates, exemptions, enforcement dates, forms, notifications
- Appendices referencing other Acts, words & phrases judicially noticed and a detailed Subject Index
- Other Corporate Legislations
- Securities Contracts (Regulation) Act 1956
- Limited Liability Partnership Act, 2008
- Emblems and Names (Prevention of Improper Use) Act 1950
- Foreign Exchange Management Act 1999
- Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act 2010
- Depositories Act 1996
- Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code 2016 (with appendices and subject index)
- Competition Act 2002 (updated by Competition (Amendment) Act 2023)
- Securities and Exchange Board of India Act 1992
- Right to Information Act 2005
The structure of the book is as follows:
- Arrangement of Sections – Each Act is prefaced with an easy-to-navigate arrangement of sections
- Annotated Text – Provisions appear in a clear, logical sequence with notes, footnotes, and statutory references
- Appendices & Indices – Exhaustive appendices list relevant provisions from other laws, while the subject indices help pinpoint specific themes or case references quickly
