Corporate Governance Board of Directors, Duties and Functions

This edition of Corporate Governance: Board of Directors, Duties and Functions by D.P. Mittal serves as a comprehensive and authoritative reference on the principles, laws, and best practices of corporate governance in India, with a special focus on the structure, powers, duties, and responsibilities of the Board of Directors.

The book provides a detailed legal and practical analysis of corporate governance frameworks under the Companies Act, 2013, SEBI Regulations, and global governance trends, making it invaluable for directors, corporate professionals, and governance practitioners.

The content includes:
• Legal provisions relating to the composition, appointment, and removal of directors
• Powers, duties, and liabilities of the Board under the Companies Act, 2013
• Corporate governance principles derived from SEBI’s Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements (LODR)
• Committees of the Board — Audit Committee, Nomination & Remuneration Committee, Stakeholders’ Relationship Committee, CSR Committee, and others
• Role of independent directors and women directors in governance and compliance
• Board’s responsibility in ensuring shareholder value, transparency, and accountability
• Guidelines on conflict of interest, related party transactions, and disclosure requirements
• Case studies and precedents illustrating governance successes and failures
• Governance reporting formats and compliance checklists
• Comparative analysis of Indian governance norms with OECD principles and international best practices

This edition is particularly suitable for:
• Company directors and key managerial personnel
• Corporate secretaries and compliance officers
• Lawyers and corporate law practitioners advising on governance issues
• Chartered accountants and auditors overseeing board-level compliance
• Academicians and students of corporate law, management, and governance
• Corporate policy makers and governance consultants

Whether used for boardroom decision-making, compliance advisory, or academic study, this work delivers a precise, reliable, and practical framework for corporate governance in India.