Taxmann's Mediation Act 2023 with Rules – Bare Act with Section Notes

Mediation Act 2023 with Rules [Bare Act with Section Notes] by Taxmann brings together the foundational legal provisions to promote mediation as a principal mode of dispute resolution in India. It encompasses the entire text of the Mediation Act 2023, along with relevant rules and notifications that guide the mediation process—whether pre-litigation, court-annexed, institutional, or community-based. This book is a critical resource for understanding India's mediation framework's legislative intent, scope, and operational mechanics.

This book is intended for the following audience:

• Legal Professionals – Advocates, in-house legal counsels, and law firm associates looking for a quick reference on mediation processes, statutory provisions, and procedures
• Mediators & ADR Practitioners – Certified mediators, aspiring mediators, and alternative dispute resolution (ADR) experts seeking detailed knowledge of the Mediation Act's legal framework
• Judges & Judicial Officers – Judges of subordinate courts, district courts, High Courts, and tribunals who refer matters for mediation or supervise court-annexed mediation
• Corporate Entities – Businesses, corporations, and public sector units regularly engage in mediation, wishing to stay informed on compliance and enforcement provisions
• Government Bodies & Policymakers – Officials in government departments and agencies who design mediation schemes or oversee regulatory compliance
• Academics & Researchers – Law professors, students, and scholars conducting comparative or doctrinal research in dispute resolution

The Present Publication is the 2025 Edition, covering the amended and updated text of the Mediation Act [Act No. 32 of 2023 ] and Rules, with the following noteworthy features:

• [Complete Bare Act Text] Presents the full text of the Mediation Act, 2023, covering all its chapters and sections
• [Updated Rules & Regulations] Incorporates the latest rules framed under the Act, including the operational guidelines for the Mediation Council of India and other procedural regulations
• [Section-wise Notes & Commentary] Each section is supplemented with concise and practical notes, helping readers understand the scope, purpose, and nuances of the legal provisions
• [Comprehensive Schedules] Reproduces all ten Schedules, including amendments to related statutes such as the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908, and the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996
• [Practical Insights] Highlights the relevance of mediation in diverse contexts—commercial disputes, community disputes, and even motor accident claims—making it valuable for real-world application.
• [Easy Navigation] Meticulously organised contents, subject index, and quick referencing and cross-checking provisions.

The structure of the book is as follows:

• Main Text of the Act – Divided into chapters, each focusing on a distinct facet of mediation—commencing from definitions and applicability to enforcement of settlement agreements
• Section-wise Notes – Each provision is followed by summary or explanatory notes, referencing cross-sections, relevant judgments, or procedural clarifications
• Rules & Orders – Reproduced in full immediately after the principal Act, arranged chronologically. This includes:
• Mediation Council of India (Forms and Manner of Annual Statement of Accounts) Rules, 2024
• Mediation Council of India (Salary, Allowances and Other Terms and Conditions of Service of Chairperson and Members) Rules, 2024
• Mediation Council of India (Travelling and Other Allowances for Part-Time Chairperson and Part-Time Members) Rules, 2024
• Mediation (Removal of Difficulties) Order, 2023
• Schedules & Amendments – All appended schedules, including amendments to other key statutes, are placed with clear annotations
• Subject Index – A user-friendly index to help readers locate relevant sections, rules, or topics swiftly