Textbook on The Limitation Act by Shriniwas Gupta is a concise and systematically presented guide to the principles and provisions of the Limitation Act, 1963. Written with clarity and academic precision, this textbook simplifies complex limitation rules and provides a structured understanding of how limitation periods govern the initiation of legal proceedings in India.
The book explains key areas such as computation of limitation, extension and exclusion of time, legal disability, continuous causes of action, acknowledgment, fraud and mistake, and the distinction between limitation and prescription. It also covers the Schedule to the Act, offering practical clarity on time periods applicable to suits, appeals, and applications across civil proceedings.
Supported by relevant judicial decisions and statutory interpretation, this text serves as an essential learning resource for LL.B and LL.M students, judicial service aspirants, legal practitioners, and anyone seeking a foundational grasp of limitation law and its practical implications within procedural justice.
Key Features
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Comprehensive coverage of the Limitation Act, 1963 with clear statutory explanation.
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Covers computation, extension, exclusion of time, and legal disability provisions.
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Explains acknowledgment, fraud, and mistake and their effect on limitation periods.
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Detailed guidance on the Schedule, including limitation periods for suits, appeals, and applications.
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Supported by key Supreme Court and High Court judgments for practical understanding.
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Student-friendly structure, ideal for classroom study and exam preparation.
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Useful for LL.B and LL.M students, judiciary aspirants, and practicing advocates.
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