Law Relating to Prevention of Oppression & Mismanagement of Companies

This 2023 edition of Law Relating to Prevention of Oppression and Mismanagement of Companies by D.P. Mittal is a comprehensive legal treatise on the statutory provisions, judicial interpretations, and procedural aspects governing the prevention of oppressive conduct and mismanagement in companies under the Companies Act, 2013.

The book is designed for company law practitioners, corporate advisors, in-house counsels, and students of corporate governance, offering both doctrinal clarity and practical applicability. It covers the remedies available to minority shareholders and outlines the powers of the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) in safeguarding the interests of companies and stakeholders.

The content spans:
• In-depth commentary on Sections 241 to 246 of the Companies Act, 2013
• Analysis of legal principles on oppression and mismanagement from landmark case law
• Procedural guidance on filing petitions before the NCLT, with relevant rules and formats
• Discussion on the role and powers of the Tribunal in granting reliefs and restructuring company affairs
• Coverage of preventive measures, shareholder rights, and governance safeguards
• Comparative references to international jurisprudence on minority shareholder protection
• Practical tips for drafting and defending petitions under oppression and mismanagement provisions

Key features:
• Latest judicial pronouncements incorporated up to 2023
• Section-wise commentary with case digests for easy reference
• Detailed procedural checklists and illustrative formats
• A balanced focus on both minority shareholder remedies and corporate governance stability

This book is ideal for:
• Company secretaries, corporate lawyers, and legal advisors
• Minority shareholders seeking legal remedies
• Academicians and students specializing in company law and governance
• NCLT practitioners handling oppression and mismanagement cases

By combining statutory interpretation, judicial insight, and procedural know-how, this edition serves as a definitive and practical guide for addressing and preventing corporate oppression and mismanagement in India.