Taxmann's Representation of the People Act 1950 with Rules [Bare Act with Section Notes] – Comprehensive & Updated Legal Reference for India's Electoral Laws—Featuring Acts | Rules | Section Notes
About this ebook
This book is intended for the following audience:
• Legal Professionals & Advocates – Essential for statutory interpretation, litigation, and advisory services on election matters
• Judges & Judicial Officers – For direct statutory reference and practical commentary
• Election Officials & Administrators – For accurate implementation and compliance with the law and rules governing elections in India
• Policy Makers & Lawmakers – Aids in policy development, legislative drafting, and legal reform
• Political Parties & Candidates – For understanding statutory rights, obligations, qualifications, disqualifications, and election procedures
• Researchers, Academics & Students – Provides comprehensive, up-to-date content for teaching, research, and examination purposes
• Civil Society & Media – Supports in-depth analysis and informed reporting on electoral processes and reforms
The Present Publication is the 2025 Edition, covering the amended and updated text of the Representation of the People Act [Act No. 43 of 1950] and Rules, with the following noteworthy features:
• [Comprehensive Bare Act Text] Includes the entire, updated text of the Representation of the People Act 1950
• [Latest Amendments & Notifications] Reflects all legislative changes, government notifications, and recent amendments up to 2025
• [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
• [Incorporates Allied Legislation] Covers the Representation of the People Act 1951, Parliament (Prevention of Disqualification) Act 1959, and all relevant rules
• [Detailed Section Notes] Contextual explanations, practical insights, and statutory references for enhanced understanding
• [User-friendly Structure] Clear tables of contents, subject index, and cross-references for quick navigation
• [Practical Forms & Schedules] Contains statutory forms, procedural templates, and official schedules for compliance
• [Binding Authority] Trusted by courts, legal practitioners, and administrative authorities nationwide
• [Ideal for Examination & Practice] Suitable for judicial service exams, UPSC, and other competitive examinations where statutory understanding is required
• [Practical Utility] Serves as a ready reference for on-ground electoral administration during General and State elections
The structure of the book is as follows:
• Logical Segmentation – Divided into Parts and Chapters, mirroring the original statutory text
• Section-wise Notes – Each section is accompanied by concise notes explaining legislative intent, recent amendments, and judicial interpretations
• Annexures & Schedules – Includes all official schedules (e.g., seat allocation, council constituencies, etc.)
• Procedural Forms – All official forms required under the Acts and Rules are provided for practical use
• Subject Index – Exhaustive index for fast reference to key terms, topics, and legal provisions
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