Taxmann's Notaries Act 1952 with Notaries Rules 1956 [Bare Act with Section Notes] – Featuring Complete Statutory Text | Latest Amendments | Judicial Interpretations | Practical Insights
About this ebook
This book is intended for the following audience
• Practicing Advocates & Legal Professionals – To better understand the duties, powers, and liabilities of notaries, as well as the procedures they must follow under the Act and Rules
• Law Students & Academics – A reliable reference for understanding notarial law, its evolution, and its practical application in the Indian legal framework.
• Notaries Public – A day-to-day guide outlining statutory mandates, professional responsibilities, and best practices
• Judicial & Quasi-Judicial Authorities – Useful for judges, magistrates, and other authorities who need to interpret or enforce provisions governing notarial acts
• Researchers & Policy Analysts – Offers insights into legislative and regulatory frameworks regarding the authentication of legal documents, powers of attorney, affidavits, etc.
The Present Publication is the 2025 Edition, covering the amended and updated text of the Notaries Act [Act No. 53 of 1952] and Rules, with the following noteworthy features:
• [Authoritative Text] Presents the Notaries Act 1952 and the Notaries Rules 1956 in their updated form, ensuring accuracy and completeness
• [Section-Wise Notes & Analysis] Explains important terms, definitions, and procedural requirements, helping readers gain clarity on legal provisions
• [Latest Amendments & Notifications] Incorporates recent legislative and regulatory amendments relevant to notarial practice in India
• [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
• [Case Law References] Highlights key judgments that interpret or clarify notarial responsibilities, penalties, and legal procedures
• [Practical Insights] Includes important forms, sample protests, affidavits, and procedural flowcharts that notaries and practitioners frequently use
• [Easy Reference Tools] Subject indexes, cross-references, and a clear table of contents help quickly locate relevant provisions
The structure of the book is as follows:
• Bare Act (Notaries Act, 1952) – Each section is presented in numerical order with relevant text and notes clarifying the legislative background
• Bare Rules (Notaries Rules, 1956) – Section-wise commentary and references to forms used in notarial practice, along with updates from recent amendments
• Annexures & Forms – All required statutory forms and schedules are compiled in the final portion for quick reference and usage
• Comprehensive Index & Subject Index – Facilitates easy navigation and cross-referencing of key topics, definitions, and rules
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