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taxmann Mediation Act 2023 with Rules – Bare Act with Section Notes by Taxmann's Editorial Board
Mediation Act 2023 with Rules [Bare Act with Section Notes] by Taxmann brings together the foundational legal provisions to promote mediation as a principal mode of dispute resolution in India. It encompasses the entire text of the Mediation Act 2023, along with relevant rules and notifications that guide the mediation process—whether pre-litigation, court-annexed, institutional, or community-based. This book is a critical resource for understanding India's mediation framework's legislative intent, scope, and operational mechanics.
This book is intended for the following audience:
Legal Professionals – Advocates, in-house legal counsels, and law firm associates looking for a quick reference on mediation processes, statutory provisions, and procedures
Mediators & ADR Practitioners – Certified mediators, aspiring mediators, and alternative dispute resolution (ADR) experts seeking detailed knowledge of the Mediation Act's legal framework
Judges & Judicial Officers – Judges of subordinate courts, district courts, High Courts, and tribunals who refer matters for mediation or supervise court-annexed mediation
Corporate Entities – Businesses, corporations, and public sector units regularly engage in mediation, wishing to stay informed on compliance and enforcement provisions
Government Bodies & Policymakers – Officials in government departments and agencies who design mediation schemes or oversee regulatory compliance
Academics & Researchers – Law professors, students, and scholars conducting comparative or doctrinal research in dispute resolution
The Present Publication is the 2025 Edition, covering the amended and updated text of the Mediation Act [Act No. 32 of 2023 ] and Rules, with the following noteworthy features:
[Complete Bare Act Text] Presents the full text of the Mediation Act, 2023, covering all its chapters and sections
[Updated Rules & Regulations] Incorporates the latest rules framed under the Act, including the operational guidelines for the Mediation Council of India and other procedural regulations
[Section-wise Notes & Commentary] Each section is supplemented with concise and practical notes, helping readers understand the scope, purpose, and nuances of the legal provisions
[Comprehensive Schedules] Reproduces all ten Schedules, including amendments to related statutes such as the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908, and the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996
[Practical Insights] Highlights the relevance of mediation in diverse contexts—commercial disputes, community disputes, and even motor accident claims—making it valuable for real-world application.
[Easy Navigation] Meticulously organised contents, subject index, and quick referencing and cross-checking provisions.
The structure of the book is as follows:
Main Text of the Act – Divided into chapters, each focusing on a distinct facet of mediation—commencing from definitions and applicability to enforcement of settlement agreements
Section-wise Notes – Each provision is followed by summary or explanatory notes, referencing cross-sections, relevant judgments, or procedural clarifications
Rules & Orders – Reproduced in full immediately after the principal Act, arranged chronologically. This includes:
Mediation Council of India (Forms and Manner of Annual Statement of Accounts) Rules, 2024
Mediation Council of India (Salary, Allowances and Other Terms and Conditions of Service of Chairperson and Members) Rules, 2024
Mediation Council of India (Travelling and Other Allowances for Part-Time Chairperson and Part-Time Members) Rules, 2024
Mediation (Removal of Difficulties) Order, 2023
Schedules & Amendments – All appended schedules, including amendments to other key statutes, are placed with clear annotations
Subject Index – A user-friendly index to help readers locate relevant sections, rules, or topics swiftly