Taxmann Code of Civil Procedure 1908

Code of Civil Procedure 1908 [Bare Act with Section Notes] by Taxmann is the most reliable and up-to-date statutory reference on the procedural framework governing civil litigation in India. This Edition presents the verbatim text of the Code, meticulously updated to reflect all amendments up to 2025. Supplemented by comprehensive section-wise notes, this Edition ensures practical clarity, accurate interpretation, and ready reference for every provision, making it an indispensable resource for litigation, compliance, and legal research.
This book is intended for the following audience:

• Judges, Lawyers, and Legal Practitioners – For in-court reference, drafting, litigation strategy, and interpretative clarity
• Law Students & Academicians – As a foundational academic resource for mastering Indian civil procedural law and preparing for examinations
• Judicial Service Aspirants – As an essential tool for competitive exam preparation (Judicial Services, LLB, LLM, UGC-NET, etc.)
• Corporate Legal Departments – For managing civil litigation, compliance, and legal due diligence
• Researchers & Policy Analysts – To understand the procedural underpinnings of the Indian civil justice system
• Government & Regulatory Officers – For compliance, official reference, and administrative proceedings

• [Comprehensive Statutory Text] Presents the complete, up-to-date text of the Code of Civil Procedure 1908, as amended up to 2025
• [Latest Amendments] Updated to reflect all legislative amendments, notifications, and significant judicial interpretations relevant to civil procedure
• [Section-wise Notes] Detailed editorial notes under each section and order, explaining procedural nuances, key concepts, and interpretative guidance
• [Order-wise & Schedule Coverage] Incorporates all Orders and Schedules as per the First Schedule, including model forms, sample pleadings, and procedural templates
• [Pre-amendment Provisions] Indicates repealed or substituted text and the effect of key amendments for historical reference and transitional application
• [Practical Utility] Includes guidelines, compliance pointers, and application tips for every stage of a civil suit—from institution, pleadings, discovery, trial, and judgment to execution and appeals
• [Reference Tools] Features an extensive Table of Contents and a Subject Index, aiding easy navigation and targeted research
• [Trusted by Bench and Bar] Standard reference in courts, law offices, and legal education across India

• Main Statute – Sequentially arranged sections with detailed order-wise division, matching the legislative framework
• Orders and Rules – Each Order (I to LI) and Rule under the First Schedule is provided in full, with annotations and clarifications
• Appendices – Divided by type (pleadings, process, decrees, execution, supplemental, appeals, miscellaneous) for hands-on legal drafting
• Subject Index – Thematic and keyword index for instant access to any topic or provision
• Editorial Annotations – Section notes appear in context, not as a separate commentary, aiding direct application while reading the provision