Taxmann's Legal Metrology Act 2009 with Rules – Bare Act with Section Notes

Legal Metrology Act 2009 with Rules [Bare Act with Section Notes] by Taxmann is a comprehensive legal resource that consolidates the full text of the Legal Metrology Act 2009, along with all associated rules, regulations, and amendments. It offers a clear and authoritative reference to India's legal framework on measurements and standards. This publication is designed to help readers understand the statutory requirements related to weight, measure, and numeration in commercial and industrial practices. In addition, it provides concise section-wise notes for quick reference and better comprehension.

This book is intended for the following audience:

• Legal Professionals & Practitioners – Lawyers, law firms, and advocates who need a quick yet thorough reference to the Act and its rules
• Compliance Officers & Regulatory Authorities – Government officials, controllers, and officers of legal metrology responsible for enforcing standards
• Businesses & Manufacturers – Companies involved in manufacturing, importing, selling, or distributing goods that must conform to legal metrology standards
• Academics & Students – Law students, researchers, and academicians seeking an in-depth study of India's legal metrology laws
• Trade & Industry Bodies – Chambers of commerce, quality control departments, and trade associations requiring clarity on statutory norms for weights and measures

The Present Publication is the 2025 Edition, covering the amended and updated text of the Legal Metrology Act [Act No. 1 of 2010] and Rules, with the following noteworthy features:

• [Complete Bare Act Text] Presents the unabridged text of the Legal Metrology Act 2009
• [Amended & Updated] Incorporates changes and amendments relevant up to the 2025 edition, ensuring that readers stay compliant with the latest legal standards
• [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
• [Updated Rules & Amendments] Incorporates the latest rules, including:
• Legal Metrology (General) Rules 2011
• Legal Metrology (Numeration) Rules 2011
• Legal Metrology (National Standards) Rules 2011
• Indian Institute of Legal Metrology Rules 2011
• Legal Metrology (Approval of Models) Rules 2011
• Legal Metrology (Packaged Commodities) Rules 2011
• Legal Metrology (Government Approved Test Centre) Rules 2013
• [Section Notes & Commentary] Provides concise notes under each section, simplifying complex legal provisions
• [Easy Navigation] Includes subject index and detailed tables of contents for quick reference
• [Comprehensive Coverage] Addresses the definitions, enforcement mechanism, penalties, appeals, and other essentials under the Act
• [Practical Insights] Explains procedural requirements such as the licensing, registration, and verification processes for weights and measures
• [User-friendly Format] The layout emphasises readability and accessibility, making it equally useful for daily reference or academic study

The structure of the book is as follows:

• Introductory Chapters – Outline the purpose, definitions, and preliminary matters
• Chapter-wise Content of the Act – Each chapter—covering standard weights and measures, the appointment of officers, offences, penalties, etc.—is presented with relevant section notes
• Appended Rules – Each set of rules is included in full, sub-divided into chapters addressing definitions, standards, approvals, and enforcement
• Subject Index  – Facilitate quick search of topics and cross-references within the Act
• Section Notes – Placed after each statutory section to clarify legislative intent, historical context, and pertinent amendments
• Forms & Schedules – Detailed forms, schedules for fees, specifications, calibration procedures, and other prescribed requirements