Company Law

Spanning decades of authoritative scholarship and practical guidance, Company Law remains a trusted resource on the law relating to companies in India. Building on the foundation of the Companies Act, 2013, as further amended by various notifications and rules?including the Companies (Amendment) Act, 2020?this comprehensive work guides readers through every aspect of company formation, management, governance, and compliance.

What truly distinguishes this edition is its incorporation of the latest amendments, case laws, and practical insights?ensuring the content is as current as possible. The key reforms, such as direct listing on international exchanges, simplified cross-border mergers, and establishing a Central Processing Centre for e-forms, are all thoroughly discussed. By merging statutory provisions, judicial interpretations, clarifications from regulators, and real-world illustrations, this book presents an accessible yet robust treatment of the evolving corporate regulatory landscape.

The book is helpful for the following:

Undergraduate and Postgraduate Students
B.Com., BBA, BBS, M.Com., MBA, LL.B., etc.
Offers a student-friendly approach, replete with summaries, practice questions, and illustrations
Professional Course Candidates
CA, CS, CMA, CFA aspirants
Contains examination-oriented questions and answers, plus practical case-based problems that help students grasp the nuances of Company Law
Academics and Researchers
College/university faculty and corporate law scholars
Provides in-depth analyses, case law references, and comprehensive coverage of emerging trends
Corporate Professionals
Company Secretaries, Chartered Accountants, Corporate Lawyers, Directors, Compliance Officers
Invaluable for staying updated on regulatory changes, compliance requirements, and best practices in corporate governance
Legal and Financial Practitioners
Lawyers, Business Consultants, Bankers
Useful as a quick reference to key provisions, procedural steps, and judicial interpretations
The Present Publication is the 27th Edition | 2025 and updated till 31st December 2024. This book is authored by Dr G.K. Kapoor & Dr Sanjay Dhamija, with the following noteworthy features:

Highlights of the 27th Edition
Regulatory Updates
Direct Listing on International Exchanges ? Explains the new avenue for raising capital globally
M&A Simplification for Holding/Subsidiary Companies ? Addresses cross-border provisions and streamlined merger processes now extended to foreign holding companies as well
Central Processing Centre (CPC) ? Details how e-forms and filings are centrally processed to ensure efficiency and transparency
E-Adjudication Platform ? Discusses how electronic adjudication mechanisms expedite and simplify dispute resolution and penalty imposition
Case Law Compendium
Incorporates landmark judicial decisions reported up to 31st December 2024, shedding light on how courts interpret major provisions
Rule Amendments & Clarifications
Incorporates critical changes to rules under the Companies Act, 2013, which impact day-to-day compliance and corporate procedures
Feedback-Driven Enhancements
Readers’ and peers’ feedback has been integrated to clarify complex topics and expand discussion where necessary
[Comprehensive Coverage] Covers the entire spectrum of Indian Company Law?from history and incorporation to meetings, accounts & audit, winding up, and more
[Student-Friendly Pedagogy] Summaries at Chapter-End: Quick recaps of vital legal provisions
[Test Your Knowledge] Practice questions (theory and practical problems) with hints culled from past exams of universities and professional institutes
[Specimen Documents] Includes specimen notices, minutes, resolutions, and forms to familiarise readers with real-life documentation requirements
[Case Analyses & Illustrations] Real-life references and annotated cases help decode complex statutory provisions
[Cross-Referencing of Statutes] Links the Companies Act, 2013 with relevant SEBI guidelines, clarifications, and the Depositories Act, ensuring a seamless understanding of how corporate laws work together
[Lucid Explanations] Complex legal concepts and jargon are reinterpreted in straightforward language, enabling quick comprehension and retention
[Latest Amendments & Notifications] Everything is placed at the relevant sections, ensuring the reader can see exactly how the amendments affect specific provisions
The structure of the book is as follows:

Logical Progression
It starts with the legal foundation and historical context
Moves through incorporation and corporate management principles
Discusses meetings, share capital, and governance
Explores complex areas such as compromises, arrangements, and winding up
Ends with specialised topics (e-governance, depository system, corporate governance)
Section-Wise Index
Offers a quick reference for locating discussions on specific statutory provisions
Ensures that users can find relevant commentary on a particular section without navigating the entire book
Chapter Summaries & Practice Material
Each chapter closes with a concise summary and “Test Your Knowledge” section, featuring questions and practical problems with hints to solutions
Real-World Perspective
Incorporates references to forms and procedural documents
Explains the practical steps a company must take in areas like registration, share issues, holding meetings, etc.