Snow White’s The Maharashtra Stamp Act ( Bare Act)

Snow White’s The Maharashtra Stamp Act — Bare Act is a comprehensive statutory resource containing the full and unaltered text of the legislation governing stamp duty on instruments executed within Maharashtra. This edition consolidates the core Act with applicable rules, schedules, and detailed rate tables, enabling users to quickly determine the appropriate stamp duty for diverse categories of documents, including agreements, property transfers, bonds, leases, mortgages, and commercial contracts. The book clearly outlines the procedures for adjudication, impounding of undervalued instruments, penalties for insufficiency of stamps, and the process of rectification and endorsement mandated by the revenue authorities. With its structured layout, indexed sections, and precise cross-referencing, this Bare Act serves as an essential guide for ensuring compliance during property registration and financial documentation. It is especially valuable for professionals involved in real estate transactions, revenue administration, legal drafting, and judicial proceedings. Designed in Snow White’s standard readable format, the edition facilitates easy interpretation and eliminates ambiguity when dealing with complex stamp duty liabilities and procedural requirements.