◈Definition
The Companies Act 2013 is the principal legislation regulating Indian companies. It replaced the Companies Act 1956 and introduced modern governance norms — independent directors, one-person companies, secretarial audits, stricter fraud definitions, and class-action rights. The Act is organised into 29 chapters covering incorporation, management, capital, audit, mergers, winding up, and more. References throughout CorpIntel to specific sections (e.g. Section 165 on director caps, Section 8 on non-profit companies) point to this Act.
◉See also
Ministry of Corporate Affairs(MCA)
The Government of India ministry that regulates Indian corporate law and company filings.
Section 8 Company
A non-profit company formed under Section 8 of the Companies Act for charitable or social purposes.
Section 165 (Director cap)
The Companies Act section that caps simultaneous directorships at 20, with at most 10 public companies.
Official references and corrections
References explain the underlying rules. They do not certify a particular company, director or CorpIntel record. Check current amendments, notifications and the documents for your situation.
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