The Companies Act, 2013

The Companies Act, 2013

This edition of The Companies Act, 2013 (Act 18 of 2013), updated for 2026, provides a comprehensive and authoritative reference on corporate law in India. Amended by The Mediation Act, 2023, the book consolidates the bare text of the Act along with allied Companies Rules, making it indispensable for legal professionals, academicians, company executives, and compliance officers.

It includes:

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  Provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 alongside corresponding provisions of the Companies Act, 1956

  
  


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  Enforcement status of various sections with subsequent amendments

  
  


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  Complete coverage of allied Companies Rules relevant to corporate governance, compliance, and operations

  
  

This edition is particularly useful for:

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  Law students and academicians specializing in company law and corporate governance

  
  


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  Advocates, consultants, and practitioners dealing with corporate litigation, mergers, acquisitions, and compliance

  
  


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  Company secretaries, chartered accountants, and corporate professionals ensuring adherence to statutory obligations

  
  


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  Business leaders, directors, and managers requiring clarity on legal provisions affecting corporate affairs

  
  


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  Policymakers, regulators, and enforcement agencies overseeing corporate law and compliance

  
  

By consolidating the Act, rules, amendments, and enforcement updates, this 2026 edition serves as a clear, reliable, and practical legal reference, indispensable for academic study, professional practice, and corporate compliance under Indian company law.