Companies Act with Rules | POCKET ? Paperback is a comprehensive and meticulously curated legal reference to the Companies Act 2013 and all Rules framed thereunder. This Edition offers a unique annotation-driven approach that explains and cross-references all crucial provisions, rules, forms, exemptions, and notifications/circulars relevant to different types of companies?be it Private, Government, Section 8, Nidhis, or those operating in IFSCs. The book is structured to facilitate quick reference and deeper insights, making it an indispensable resource for readers. This book is intended for the following audience: Legal Practitioners & Corporate Professionals ? Company secretaries, advocates, and compliance officers looking for a single source with legislative text and practical insights Chartered Accountants & Cost Accountants ? Professionals seeking authoritative references on compliance, reporting, and corporate governance Company Law Students ? A one-stop study companion for those preparing for professional exams (CA, CS, CMA) or advanced corporate law courses Regulators & Academicians ? For anyone requiring the latest updates and thorough cross-referencing of statutory provisions, exemptions, and judicial interpretations The Present Publication is the 43rd Edition | 2025, updated upto 1st June 2025. This book is edited by Taxmann's Editorial Board, with the following noteworthy features: [Annotated Text of the Companies Act & Rules] Each section is followed by an annotation that provides clarity on how the corresponding rules and notifications tie in [Comprehensive Exemptions] Highlights exemptions available to Private Companies, Government Companies, Section 8 Companies, Nidhis, IFSC Entities, etc. [Relevant Forms & References] Annotations point to the prescribed Forms, referencing them exactly where they apply [Cross-referencing with Allied Laws] Links to SEBI Regulations, Secretarial Standards (SS-1 to SS-4), Listing Obligations, relevant provisions from Table F of Schedule I, and other allied laws [Circulars & Notifications] A separately compiled section that brings together key Circulars and Notifications issued under the Companies Act 2013 (including those under Secretarial Standards) [Judicially Noticed Words & Phrases] A dedicated Appendix that compiles definitions and legal terms as interpreted by various courts, aiding precise comprehension [Historical Cross-links] Points out the corresponding provisions under the erstwhile Companies Act 1956, offering insights into legislative evolution [User-friendly Pocket Format] Despite its comprehensive content, the book comes in a handy paperback format