Taxmann's Suits Valuation Act 1887 – Bare Act with Section Notes

Suits Valuation Act 1887 [Bare Act with Section Notes] by Taxmann is a meticulously prepared legal reference that presents the complete text of the Act, enriched with extensive annotations and interpretative commentary. This edition reproduces the original act and integrates important amendments, state-specific modifications, and judicial interpretations, making it an essential resource for anyone involved in legal practice or academic research related to jurisdictional valuation in civil suits.

This book is intended for the following audience:

• Legal Practitioners & Advocates – A vital reference tool for lawyers and court practitioners who deal with property disputes, court fee determinations, and jurisdictional issues
• Judges & Court Officials – An authoritative source that aids in understanding the legislative framework and judicial precedents related to suit valuation
• Legal Researchers – A comprehensive guide that helps in tracing the evolution of legal provisions, including amendments and state-specific adaptations
• Government and Administrative Officials – Beneficial for those involved in formulating policies and implementing rules for the determination of court jurisdiction
• Law Students & Academicians – An excellent resource for academic study, offering a clear exposition of statutory provisions along with critical commentary and case law references

The Present Publication is the 2025 Edition, covering the amended and updated text of the Suits Valuation Act [Act No. 7 of 1887] and Rules, with the following noteworthy features:

• [Complete Statutory Text] Offers the full, unabridged text of the Suits Valuation Act, 1887
• [Detailed Section Notes] Provides thorough commentary and interpretative notes for each section, aiding in a deeper understanding of the legislative intent and practical application
• [State Amendments and Adaptations] Includes specific annotations regarding amendments for states such as Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Himachal Pradesh, ensuring regional relevance
• [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
• [Judicial Commentary] Features references to landmark case laws that have shaped the interpretation of the Act, offering insight into judicial reasoning.
• [User-friendly Navigation] Comes with a detailed table of contents and a subject index to facilitate quick and easy reference

The structure of the book is as follows:

• Bare Act – Divided into three main parts:
  • Part I | Focused on suits relating to land
  • Part II | Covering other types of suits
  • Part III | Containing supplemental procedural provisions.
• Section Notes – Each section is accompanied by annotations that explain the legislative intent, highlight key amendments, and reference relevant case law
• State Amendments – Clearly demarcated insertions and substitutions made by various states are presented alongside the original text
• Table of Contents and Subject Index – Both features facilitate efficient navigation and quick access to specific sections or topics