Taxmann's Cable Television Networks (Regulation) Act 1995 with Rules [Bare Act with Section Notes] – Consolidates the Principal Act | Amendments | TRAI Regulations with—Detailed Section Notes
About this ebook
This book is intended for the following audience:
• Legal Practitioners & Advocates – Ideal for those who need in-depth statutory references, precise legislative provisions, and relevant case law insights
• Cable Operators, MSOs, and Broadcasters – Offers clear guidance on compliance, registration norms, licensing requirements, and quality-of-service obligations
• Regulatory Authorities & Government Officials – A handy sourcebook for understanding the legal structure, enforcement provisions, and ongoing obligations under the Act
• Law Students & Academics – An essential study aid for those specialising in media, communication, and IT law, with section notes clarifying intricate legal nuances
• Media and Broadcasting Entities – Provides clarity on mandatory channels, prohibitions, digitisation mandates, grievance redressal, technical standards, and advertisement code compliance
The Present Publication is the 2025 Edition, covering the amended and updated text of the Cable Television Networks (Regulation) Act [Act No. 7 of 1995] and Rules, with the following noteworthy features:
• [Section Notes] Comprehensive insights into each provision—highlighting definitions, important case laws, and clarifications to simplify complex legal language
• [Up-to-date Legislation] Incorporates all recent amendments and notifications, including provisions from the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Act, 2023 and relevant TRAI regulations
• [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
• [Allied Rules & Notifications] Includes the Cable Television Networks Rules, 1994, Radio, Television and Video Cassette Recorder Sets Rules, and various Standards of Quality of Service Regulations by TRAI
• [Easy-to-refer Format] Clear headings, well-structured indexing, and precise cross-references for effortless navigation, ensuring readers find the relevant provisions instantly
• [In-depth Coverage of Digital Mandate] Thorough explanation of the obligation to digitise cable networks, including the use of addressable systems and the phases of digitisation
• [Practical Guidance on Licensing & Compliance] Step-by-step guidance on registration procedures, eligibility criteria, license renewals, and procedures for appeals, penalties, and offences
The structure of the book is as follows:
• Primary Act (Bare Act Format) – Arranged chronologically in chapters and sections, each accompanied by explanatory notes
• Rules & Regulations – Segregated by year and content, ensuring an easy correlation with the sections under the main Act
• Notifications & Schedules – Relevant notifications and clarifications are placed systematically for quick identification and cross-reference
• Section Notes & Commentary – Summaries of critical clauses, compliance requirements, and penalties, plus references to case laws and clarifications
• Subject Index – A detailed index pointing to significant topics, definitions, forms, rules, and regulations for swift retrieval
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