Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act 2013 with Rules [Bare Act with Section Notes] by Taxmann presents the complete and up-to-date statutory text of the Act, along with detailed and explanatory Section Notes. The publication seamlessly incorporates the applicable Rules, amendments, and relevant Removal of Difficulties Orders, offering readers a consolidated and reliable statutory reference. In addition to the bare legislative text, the book provides a clear overview of the procedures, timelines, and sequential steps involved in implementing the land acquisition framework under the Act.

This book is intended for the following audience:

• Legal Professionals and Advocates – A dependable reference for practitioners handling land acquisition litigation, compensation disputes, lapsing proceedings, and advisory work for affected parties
• Judges and Judicial Officers – A consolidated statutory source for interpretation and application of the Act and allied Rules
• Government Officials and Policymakers – A ready reckoner for understanding statutory processes relating to land acquisition, compensation determination, rehabilitation, and resettlement
• Academics and Law Students – An authoritative text for study, teaching, and research on land acquisition and public purpose jurisprudence
• Developers, Infrastructure Companies, and Industry Stakeholders – Useful for understanding compliance obligations, acquisition timelines, consent requirements, and rehabilitation liabilities

The Present Publication is the 2026 Edition, covering the amended and updated text of the Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act [Act No. 30 of 2013] and Rules, with the following noteworthy features:

• [Authoritative Text] Presents the complete text of the Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act 2013 in a clear and user-friendly Bare Act format
• [Section Notes & Explanatory Commentary] Each section is accompanied by concise notes explaining legislative intent, procedural aspects, cross-references, and significant judicial interpretations
• [Latest Rules & Orders] Incorporates the applicable Rules and the Removal of Difficulties Order, ensuring coverage of the current legal framework
• [Pre-amendment Provisions] Includes the text of provisions as they stood prior to amendment in the relevant footnotes, enabling readers to understand the pre-amendment legal position and its continuing relevance
• [Land Acquisition Process at a Glance] Contains easy-to-refer charts and tables summarising the acquisition process, statutory timelines, and compliance milestones
• [Focused Coverage on Compensation and R&R] Detailed notes on market value determination, solatium, interest, and comprehensive rehabilitation and resettlement entitlements for affected families
• [Indicative Case-law References] Includes selective references to important judicial decisions and clarifications for contextual understanding
• [Practical Utility] The combined Bare Act & Section Notes approach facilitates quick reference and accurate statutory citation for drafting, advisory, and litigation purposes
• [Clear Print & Reader-friendly Layout] Presented with clean typography, logical sequencing, and easy navigation
• [Compliance-oriented] Emphasises procedural safeguards and statutory compliance to minimise disputes and ensure effective project implementation

The structure of the book is as follows:

• Principal Act – Each section of the Act is printed with side headings for ease of reference
• Section Notes – Placed immediately after each section, providing explanations, clarifications, and relevant references
• Schedules
• First Schedule – Compensation components and calculation framework
• Second Schedule – Rehabilitation and resettlement entitlements
• Third Schedule – Infrastructural amenities in resettlement areas
• Fourth Schedule – Enactments regulating land acquisition and R&R
• Rules & Orders
• Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement (Social Impact Assessment and Consent) Rules 2014
• Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement (Compensation, Rehabilitation and Resettlement and Development Plan) Rules 2015
• Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement (Removal of Difficulties) Order 2015
• Forms & Prescribed Procedures – Included after each set of Rules
• Subject Index – A comprehensive guide for quick location of sections, concepts, and key terms