Limitation Act 1963 – Bare Act with Section Notes By Taxmann’s Editorial Board

Limitation Act 1963 [Bare Act with Section Notes] by Taxmann is a comprehensive legal reference text that consolidates the law relating to the limitation of suits, appeals, and applications in civil proceedings in India. It incorporates the full, updated text of the Limitation Act 1963 and carefully prepared section notes. These notes clarify key terminologies, highlight essential legal concepts, and provide insights into how courts interpret various provisions. By thoroughly delineating the scope and intention of the Act, this publication ensures direct and transparent access to the legislative intent and judicial interpretations of the law of limitation.

This book is intended for the following audience:

• Lawyers & Advocates – For quick reference to the Act’s statutory language and to understand nuances through concise section notes
• Judges & Judicial Officers – As a desk companion for ready reference of statutory provisions and guiding notes in the course of proceedings
• Academics & Law Students – To facilitate a clear understanding of the law of limitation, its application in civil matters, and essential commentary that enriches research and study
• Corporate & Legal Departments – For those who need to ensure timely compliance and file suits or appeals within the statutory deadlines
• Litigants & General Readers – Individuals seeking to understand their rights and obligations regarding the timely institution of legal proceedings

The Present Publication is the 2026 Edition, covering the amended and updated text of the Limitation Act [Act No. 36 of 1963], with the following noteworthy features:

• [Full Bare Act Text] Presents the verbatim text of the Limitation Act 1963, capturing every provision exactly as enacted
• [Section Notes] Offers concise, practical explanations and commentary under each section to elucidate the purpose, scope, and judicial outlook
• [Case Law References] Contains illustrative references to landmark Supreme Court and High Court decisions, highlighting important interpretations of key provisions
• [User-friendly Format] Structured headings, numbering, and fonts make navigation through the Act intuitive and efficient
• [Updated with Amendments] Incorporates all relevant amendments (including State Amendments) up to date, ensuring complete and current content
• [Tables & Schedules] Includes the complete Schedule of Limitation Periods along with reference tables for quick retrieval of information
• [Subject Index] A comprehensive index at the end facilitates easy cross-referencing of sections and concepts

The structure of the book is as follows:

• Main Act – Comprises five parts with sections explained in numerical order, often accompanied by section notes and comments
• Schedules – Tabular statements for various time limits under the headings First Division—Suits, Second Division—Appeals, and Third Division—Applications
• Subject Index – Placed at the end, with an organised listing of key terms such as Applicant, Bond, Foreign country, Suit, Tort, etc., and references to relevant sections