Census Act 1948 with Census Rules 1990 [Bare Act with Section Notes] by Taxmann is a meticulously compiled legal reference. It includes up-to-date amendments, relevant notifications, and insightful Section Notes. Prepared to meet the needs of legal professionals and practitioners, this publication offers a thorough understanding of the legislative framework regulating census operations in India. This bare act presents the legal provisions verbatim, accompanied by concise yet informative notes under each section. It is designed to help users grasp the legislative intent, practical application, and recent developments in census law.

This book is intended for the following audience:

• Legal Practitioners & Advocates – For referencing the exact text of the Census Act, 1948, and its Rules, along with clarity on legal interpretations
• Judicial Officers & Law Enforcement Agencies – For a quick and precise resource to understand the obligations, powers, and penalties prescribed under the law
• Government Officials & Administrators – Particularly those involved in census-related activities, such as District Magistrates, Directors of Census Operations, Charge Officers, and other public servants
• Libraries & Institutions – A reliable addition to public, academic, and departmental libraries seeking comprehensive legal resources on census regulations
• Academics & Researchers – An indispensable tool for teachers, professors, and students engaged in legal or administrative studies relating to population surveys, data collection, and public policy

The Present Publication is the 2025 Edition, covering the amended and updated text of the Census Act [Act No. 37 of 1948] and Rules, with the following noteworthy features:

• [Authoritative Text] Presents the verified, unaltered text of the Census Act, 1948, as amended, along with the Census Rules, 1990
• [Latest Amendments & Updates] Incorporates amendments and modifications up to the year 2025, ensuring that practitioners have the most recent legal position
• [Pre-amendment Provisions] Incorporates the text of provisions as they existed prior to the amendment in the respective amendment footnotes, enabling the reader to understand the legal position before the amendment and its applicability during the pre-amendment period
• [Section Notes] Concise explanatory notes under each section providing insights into legislative intent, cross-references, and pertinent case laws
• [Relevant Notifications] Includes important notifications that highlight the practical aspects of census procedures, time frames, and official guidelines
• [Easy Navigation] Detailed contents, subject index, and headings for each section facilitate quick reference
• [Practical Insights & Commentary] Brief commentaries clarify the obligations of census officers, local authorities, government agencies, and citizens

The structure of the book is as follows:

• Census Act, 1948 – Each section is presented with its marginal notes, official text, and interpretative Section Notes
• Census Rules, 1990 – Provided in a logical sequence, mirroring the flow of the Act
• Notifications & Orders – Reproduced in chronological order with respect to house listing and housing census