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taxmann Administrative Tribunals Act 1985 with Rules – Bare Act with Section Notes by Taxmann's Editorial Board
Administrative Tribunals Act 1985 with Rules [Bare Act with Section Notes] by Taxmann is a comprehensive legal resource that consolidates the primary legislation, all relevant procedures, amendments, and statutory rules framed under the Act. It offers an all-in-one reference that includes the core Act, Central Administrative Tribunal (Procedure) Rules, Rules of Practice, the Contempt of Courts (CAT) Rules, and other allied materials. To aid better understanding, each section is accompanied by concise notes that elucidate the legislative intent and practical interpretation.
This book is intended for the following audience:
Legal Practitioners & Law Firms – A handy go-to reference for advocates handling service matters before the Central and State Administrative Tribunals
Judicial & Administrative Officers – Helps Members, Registrars, and judicial staff keep abreast of the latest procedures and legislative developments
Government Departments & PSUs – Essential for HR and Legal departments dealing with recruitment disputes, service matters, and administrative adjudications
Civil Servants & Public Sector Employees – Clarifies procedural questions and rights in case of service-related disputes, facilitating better compliance and preparedness
Academics & Law Students – An authoritative text for law courses covering administrative law and for researchers delving into India's tribunal system
The Present Publication is the 2025 Edition, covering the amended and updated text of the Administrative Tribunals Act [Act No. 13 of 1985] and Rules, with the following noteworthy features:
[Complete Text of the Act] Presents the entire Administrative Tribunals Act, 1985, in a reader-friendly layout
[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
[Section-wise Notes] Offers clear and concise annotations, case law references, and legislative clarifications for every section
[Latest Rules & Notifications] Incorporates the Central Administrative Tribunal (Procedure) Rules, 1987, the CAT Rules of Practice, 1993, Contempt of Courts (CAT) Rules, 1992, and other critical notifications specifying jurisdictions of Benches of CAT
[User-centric Format] Each chapter is meticulously organised with an updated subject index, making quick referencing effortless
[Practical Insights] Summaries of key judgments and legislative interpretations highlight the nuances and real-world application of the Act
[Ready Reckoner for Professionals] Handy cross-references to help lawyers, government officers, and bench officers cross-check relevant provisions swiftly
The structure of the book is as follows:
Main Act Text – Each Chapter of the 1985 Act presented with marginal notes, references, and updated commentary
Relevant Rules & Notifications – Rules are organised chronologically, supplemented with official forms, appendices and jurisdictional notifications for clarity
Section-wise Notes – Placed immediately after each section, offering interpretive guidance, legislative history, and case references
Subject Index – Concludes with a user-friendly subject index, enabling quick cross-referencing of sections