Companies Act, 1956 with New Schedule VI 17th Edition Reprint Sept. 2017

Companies Act, 1956 with New Schedule VI is a comprehensive statutory compilation presenting the complete text of the Companies Act, 1956 along with the revised Schedule VI relating to financial statement presentation. This edition serves as an essential reference for understanding the legal framework that governed corporate regulation in India prior to the enactment of the Companies Act, 2013.

The book systematically covers provisions relating to incorporation, share capital, management and administration, meetings, directors’ powers and duties, accounts, audit requirements, and winding up of companies. A key highlight is the inclusion of the New Schedule VI, which prescribes the format and disclosure requirements for preparation of balance sheets and profit and loss accounts. The revised schedule introduced enhanced transparency and standardized reporting practices for corporate financial statements.

The text assists readers in understanding statutory compliance obligations before the Registrar of Companies (ROC) and the procedural requirements applicable under the 1956 regime. It is particularly useful for legal practitioners handling legacy matters, comparative corporate law research, academic study, and interpretation of cases arising under the earlier Act.

Designed for advocates, chartered accountants, company secretaries, academicians, and students, this volume functions as both a historical legal reference and a practical compliance guide. Its organized presentation and complete statutory content make it a valuable addition to any corporate law library in India.