Introduction to Securities Law

Introduction to Securities Law is a comprehensive and accessible guide to the legal framework governing securities markets in India. Published by Lexis Nexis, this book offers a structured introduction to the laws regulating capital markets, securities issuance, trading, and compliance.

The text provides detailed analysis of the SEBI Act, Securities Contracts (Regulation) Act, Depositories Act, and allied regulations that shape India’s securities ecosystem. It explains the regulatory role of SEBI, listing requirements, IPO processes, disclosure norms, insider trading regulations, and measures to prevent market manipulation.

Designed to balance conceptual clarity with practical application, the book examines investor protection mechanisms, corporate governance standards, enforcement powers, and adjudication processes under securities law. It incorporates leading case law and regulatory developments to help readers understand both statutory interpretation and real-world compliance challenges.