Taxmann’s Arbitration and Conciliation Act 1996 with Regulations – Bare Act with Section Notes – Edition 2025.

Taxmann’s Arbitration and Conciliation Act 1996 with Regulations – Bare Act with Section Notes – Edition 2025.

Description

Arbitration and Conciliation Act 1996 with Regulations [Bare Act with Section Notes ] by Taxmann is a legal reference that consolidates India’s core arbitration framework. It offers the complete statutory text of the principal Act, including its latest amendments, and is complemented by the amended India International Arbitration Centre Act, 2019, and regulations made thereunder. Accompanied by concise section notes and case laws, the edition aims to simplify and clarify intricate arbitration provisions. The book goes beyond reproducing the law by weaving in explanatory notes, references to judicial developments, and procedural highlights. Additionally, it integrates regulations and schemes that shape institutional arbitration in India. Through a well-structured layout and robust cross-referencing, readers gain insights into both the doctrinal and procedural facets of domestic and international arbitration.

This book is intended for the following audience:

• Legal Practitioners & Judges – Lawyers, attorneys, and members of the judiciary will find it indispensable for quick reference and detailed analysis of arbitration and conciliation law
• Corporate Counsels & Business Professionals – Ideal for in-house legal teams and professionals who manage commercial contracts and dispute resolution strategies
• Arbitral Institutions & ADR Specialists – Institutions administering arbitration and experts in alternative dispute resolution will benefit from the updated legislative framework and curated notes
• Law Students & Academicians – Offers a concise yet thorough compilation of the primary law, helpful for academic study, research, and scholarly writing

The Present Publication is the 2025 Edition, covering the amended and updated text of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act [Act No. 26 of 1996 ] and Regulations, with the following noteworthy features:

• [Complete Bare Act] Presents the entire text of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, in its latest amended form
• [Section Notes] Each section is accompanied by concise, practical notes for enhanced understanding of critical provisions
• [Latest Amendments & Regulations] Incorporates fresh legislation, rules, and amendments from 2023, including new regulations under the India International Arbitration Centre Act, 2019
• [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
• [User-friendly Layout] Clear fonts, systematic arrangement of content, and easy cross-referencing enable efficient navigation through sections and relevant provisions
• [Practical Insights] Section notes provide interpretative guidance, relevant judicial precedents, and references to the procedural requirements
• [Supplementary Acts & Schemes] Includes key legislation such as the India International Arbitration Centre Act, 2019, and the Appointment of Arbitrators by the Chief Justice of India Scheme, 1996, ensuring readers have all essential references in one place

The structure of the book is as follows:

• Part I | Domestic Arbitration – Covering general provisions, arbitration agreements, composition and jurisdiction of arbitral tribunals, conduct of arbitral proceedings, and setting aside of awards
• Part II | Enforcement of Certain Foreign Awards – Discussing both New York Convention awards and Geneva Convention awards
• Part III | Conciliation – Outlining the provisions relating to reference of disputes to mediation
• Part IV | Supplementary Provisions – States the provisions with respect to the High Court’s power to make rules and the Central Government’s power to remove difficulties and to make rules
• Regulations & Schemes – Extracts from the latest 2023 regulations, India International Arbitration Centre Act, 2019, and Appointment of Arbitrators by the CJI Scheme
• Section Notes – Placed directly under corresponding sections for quick cross-reference
• Subject Index – A detailed index enabling easy lookup of specific topics, legal terms, or references.

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