Commissions of Inquiry Act, 1952 alongwith Rules, 1972

This comprehensive volume presents the Commissions of Inquiry Act, 1952 and the Commissions of Inquiry Rules, 1972 in a single, carefully edited reference edition for practitioners, administrators and scholars. The Act empowers the Central or State Government to appoint commissions for investigating matters of public importance and sets out the commission’s constitution, powers to summon and enforce attendance of witnesses, compel production of documents, and take evidence on oath. The Rules, 1972, clarify procedural aspects including notice, examination, recording of evidence, inspection of documents, and submission of reports to the government. This edition provides section-wise presentation of the statutory text, concise marginal notes highlighting key procedural steps, cross-references to allied statutes (e.g., Evidence Act, Civil Procedure), and a searchable index for rapid lookup. Ideal as a practical desk manual, the book helps legal advisers draft terms of reference, government officers manage inquiry processes, and researchers analyze state responses to public grievances. Durable layout and clear typography make it suitable for courtroom/library use, training materials, and coursework in administrative and constitutional law. Updated where relevant, this edition ensures users consult accurate text and rules governing public inquiries in India.