The Essential Commodities Act, 1955

The Essential Commodities Act, 1955 [Marathi] — Atyavashyak Vastu Adhiniyam by Adv. Abhaya Shelkar is a compact, practitioner-focused commentary designed to demystify the law that empowers the state to regulate essential goods. The book explains the Act’s statutory framework, the power to include items as “essential,” control production, supply, distribution and pricing, and the imposition of stock limits and permits. It details the procedural aspects of inspections, seizure, detention, prosecution and compounding of offences, and examines penal consequences and appellate remedies available to affected parties. Each chapter pairs the statutory text with plain-language explanations, relevant government notifications, illustrative examples, and sample forms used in enforcement actions. The edition highlights real-world regulatory situations — such as market interventions during scarcity — and provides practical compliance guidance for wholesalers, retailers, producers, and public authorities. Legal professionals will find concise case-law summaries; administrators will find checklists for lawful action; and students will benefit from organized, exam-friendly presentation. This Marathi volume bridges statutory law and field practice, making ECA accessible and actionable for Maharashtra’s stakeholders.