Kandharkar’s Commentary on the Societies Registration Act, 1860 (Act 21 of 1860)

Author

Khandharkar

Year

2025

Why Choose This Book?

Kandharkar’s Commentary on the Societies Registration Act, 1860 is a detailed practice-oriented reference for lawyers, society administrators, NGOs, compliance professionals and researchers dealing with registered societies. The Second Edition brings together the principal Act with Acts and Rules, relevant provisions of allied laws, model forms and the latest case law. Its coverage is particularly useful where the legal position of a society has to be examined alongside applicable state-level amendments, rules and related statutory requirements.

About the Book

This commentary examines the Societies Registration Act, 1860 (Act 21 of 1860) and the legal framework governing the registration and functioning of societies in India. It is designed to assist with practical questions concerning society registration, administration and compliance. Along with the statutory text and commentary, the book incorporates Acts and Rules, relevant provisions of allied laws, model forms and case law, making it more useful than a bare statutory text for day-to-day reference. The work is particularly relevant to advocates advising societies and non-profit organisations, office-bearers and administrators handling society matters, and researchers studying the legal framework governing registered societies.

Related Subjects

• Societies Registration Act, 1860
• Society Registration & Administration
• NGO & Non-Profit Organisation Law
• Society Compliance
• Allied Civil & Regulatory Laws

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Caveat Legalis

The Societies Registration Act, 1860 operates alongside state-specific amendments, rules and regulatory requirements in several jurisdictions. Practitioners should verify the provisions applicable to the particular State and the latest legal position before relying on the commentary for registration, governance or compliance work.

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