Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016 alongwith Rules & Regulations

This comprehensive edition brings together the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016 with the relevant Rules and Regulations, offering a complete understanding of India’s framework for standardization, conformity assessment, and product certification. The Act defines the establishment, powers, and functions of the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), empowering it to prescribe and enforce Indian Standards across sectors including industrial goods, construction materials, food products, electronics, and hallmarking of precious metals. The Rules and Regulations detail procedures for registration, certification, testing, inspection, and imposition of penalties for non-compliance, making this volume a practical guide for manufacturers, traders, laboratories, and policy makers. Designed for easy reference, it includes an indexed structure with cross-references and updated notifications to facilitate quick lookup and compliance. Essential for legal practitioners, compliance officers, BIS licensees, and industry professionals, this book ensures an authoritative understanding of India’s evolving quality control regime and its integration with global standards and consumer protection measures.