Partition Act 1893 – Bare Act with Section Notes By Taxmann’s Editorial Board

Partition Act 1893 [Bare Act with Section Notes] by Taxmann is the definitive statutory resource on India’s legal framework governing the partition of immovable property among co-owners. This 2026 Edition consolidates the full, updated text of the Act alongside comprehensive section-wise notes, expert commentary, and curated judicial analysis. Designed to serve as a practical reference and compliance tool, it bridges the bare legal provisions with nuanced interpretations, procedural guidance, and precedents set by landmark Supreme Court decisions.

This book is intended for the following audience:

• Legal Practitioners, Judges, and Law Firms – For litigation, advisory, and courtroom applications involving partition suits, property disputes, and the rights of co-owners
• Academics and Law Students – For in-depth study, examination, and research on property law, procedural law, and statutory interpretation
• Property Owners, Real Estate Professionals, and Heirs – For understanding rights and remedies in co-ownership, inheritance disputes, and family settlements
• Courts and Quasi-Judicial Authorities – For authoritative reference in resolving complex partition-related matters

The Present Publication is the 2026 Edition, covering the amended and updated text of the Partition Act [Act No. 4 of 1893], with the following noteworthy features:

• [Complete, Amended Statutory Text] Presents the full text of the Partition Act 1893, with the latest amendments and applicability across India, including extensions to states and union territories
• [Pre-amendment Provisions] Incorporates the text of provisions as they existed prior to the amendment in the respective amendment footnotes, enabling the reader to understand the legal position before the amendment and its applicability during the pre-amendment period
• [Section-wise Notes & Commentary] Exhaustive section notes clarify each provision, procedural nuance, and judicially evolved principles
• [Curated Case Law] Summaries of major Supreme Court and High Court judgments, highlighting practical application, key legal principles, and points of controversy
• [Latest Jurisprudence] Incorporates the most recent Supreme Court and High Court judgments, making it a current and reliable authority for practice and study
• [Practical Compliance Insights] Guidance on procedural requirements, valuation methods, rights of co-sharers, and remedies available to parties
• [User-friendly Format] Subject index, structured headings, and margin notes for quick navigation and reference

The structure of the book is as follows:

• Section-wise Arrangement – Each statutory section is followed by detailed notes and selected case law, providing both the letter and the spirit of the law
• Subject Index – A comprehensive index for efficient access to specific topics, statutory sections, and judicial principles
• Practical Annotations – Key concepts are annotated with practical insights for advocates, judges, and users facing partition disputes