Discover the most sought-after legal titles handpicked by EBC this month! From landmark commentaries to must-read guides, explore the books shaping the legal landscape today.
1. R.V. Kelkar’s Lectures on Criminal Procedure: Based on Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023
R.V. Kelkar’s classic has been thoroughly overhauled and rewritten for India’s new criminal procedure regime under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023, replacing the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973. This 7th edition blends scholarly insight with classroom clarity as it offers topic-wise lectures, updated case laws, practice questions, and crisp commentary on tech-driven procedures, plea bargaining reforms, and arrest safeguards. Therefore, it serves as an essential resource for LLB and LLM students, faculty, judges, advocates, researchers, and anyone seeking a comprehensive understanding of criminal procedure.
2. The Constitution of India (Coat Pocket Edition)
The Constitution of India (Coat Pocket Edition) by EBC is a compact, handy, and updated reference to the supreme law of the land. Designed for easy portability, it includes the full text of the Constitution along with all amendments, making it ideal for students, lawyers, judges, and professionals. This edition is meticulously printed and thoughtfully formatted, ensuring quick accessibility and accuracy whenever needed.
3. Civil Procedure (CPC)
Civil Procedure (CPC) by C.K. Takwani provides a lucid and comprehensive study of the fundamental principles of civil procedure in a logical sequence, covering all aspects of Civil Procedure and Limitation in India. In this updated edition, the author incorporates legislative developments, latest Supreme Court and High Court rulings, detailed principles on jurisdiction, pleadings, trial, and also adds an expanded chapter on Commercial Courts along with a new part on the Mediation Act, 2023. Therefore, widely prescribed across Indian universities, this book serves as an invaluable resource for students, junior advocates, lawyers, and judges alike.
4. V. P. Sarathi’s Law of Evidence: Based on Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023
V.P. Sarathi’s Law of Evidence offers a comprehensive and comparative analysis of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023, which replaces the Indian Evidence Act, 1872, with transformative reforms including the admissibility of digital evidence. Updated till 30th May 2025, the book explains the expanded definition of primary evidence, recognition of electronic records, and modern standards for expert and forensic opinions with clarity and precision. Ideal for students, practitioners, academicians, and judges, it blends scholarly insight with a student-friendly and practice-oriented approach.
5. Avtar Singh’s Company Law
Avtar Singh’s Company Law (latest edition) incorporates significant updates reflecting the 2019, 2020, and 2021 amendments to the Companies Act, 2013, along with key judicial precedents from the NCLTs, NCLAT, High Courts, and the Supreme Court. The book has been restructured for better clarity, offering a logical flow of legal principles, statutory provisions, and case laws, with a special focus on the chapter on “Winding Up” and the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code. Detailed, systematic, and exhaustive, this edition serves as an indispensable resource for law students, practitioners, CAs, Company Secretaries, judges, in-house counsel, and anyone keen to master company law.
6. Avtar Singh’s Law of Contract & Specific Relief
Avtar Singh’s Law of Contract and Specific Relief is an authoritative and widely acclaimed book that explains the intricacies of contract law in a simple and lucid manner while addressing several developing areas of academic and practical importance. The 13th edition, revised by Prof. Rajesh Kapoor, incorporates recent case laws, statutory amendments, and key changes introduced by the Specific Relief (Amendment) Act, 2018, which makes specific performance a general rule, introduces substituted performance, and empowers courts to engage experts. With its updated content, chapter-wise references to research articles, and a pragmatic approach, this book remains indispensable for students, lawyers, judges, academicians, and researchers alike.
7. The Practical Lawyer
The Practical Lawyer is a monthly legal journal published by Eastern Book Company (EBC). It serves as a well-rounded guide to recent legal updates, case law, and developments — all carefully curated for ease of use. It provides ready-to-use draft agreements, checklists, and practical legal insights for professionals. Widely relied upon by lawyers, judges, students, and corporate legal teams, it remains one of India’s most trusted legal resources.
8. Criminal Manual (Containing Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, Nyaya Sanhita and Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023)
This edition of the Criminal Manual includes the Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 [Criminal Procedure], Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 [Offences, Penalties & Punishments], and Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 [Evidence], along with key highlights, comparative tables, case laws, and an overview of Criminal Law Reforms, 2023 by Manisha Karia. Authentically compiled with accurate provisions, detailed analyses, and superior printing quality, it serves as a comprehensive and reliable reference on India’s new criminal laws.
9. R V Kelkar’s Criminal Procedure
This classic work offers a comprehensive study of criminal procedure, presenting fundamental principles in a logical and topic-wise sequence, enriched with academic references and judicial decisions. Updated with the latest case laws like Sriharan (2016) and Sushila Aggarwal (2020), the Criminal Law (Amendment) Act, 2018, and features like Probing the Problems and Suggested Readings, it fosters fresh perspectives on complex issues, making it an essential resource for students, academics, and legal professionals.
10. V.D. Mahajan’s Jurisprudence and Legal Theory
This new edition of V.D. Mahajan’s Jurisprudence and Legal Theory offers a comprehensive and updated perspective on legal concepts, enriched with extensive Indian case law and simplified explanations. Covering crucial topics like legislation, precedent, rights, duties, ownership, liability, and sovereignty, it also introduces a new chapter on Feminist Movements. With its clear language, structured chapters, and suggested readings, the book serves as an essential guide for students, academics, and legal professionals. Learn More.
