Corporate Laws (Pocket Edition) book by Taxmann

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 52^nd Edition, updated upto 1^st 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