Best Law Books For LL.B or Judiciary In India

There are frequent queries among Law students that what are the Best Law Books For LL.B or Judiciary In India.

There are no best books for any subject. The book that best suited for you is the best book for you. So, choose your best book according to your preference.

Nevertheless, If you want to be a good lawyer or judge, the choice of law books is very important to make the roots of your knowledge strong and enhance.

In This Article, law books are shortlisted for any college or university in India but you don't need to buy all the books.

Study material is very important to develop the understanding of a subject. So, go through this strategy of understanding law subjects.

How to Complete the Syllabus of Law Subjects

At first, you have to read the Bare Act of a subject such as I.P.C., Cr.P.C, etc. Then you have to analyze the provisions for which you need a principal or main textbook. Finally when you have a good understanding of the subject, then you may prefer a guide book for revision or exam purpose. If you have a short time to prepare an exam then refer the guide books which are comprehensive, and concise though preference of guide books without reading the Bare Acts and Principal Text Books is not a good strategy for those who want to be a good lawyer or judge.

The checkout links of all the books are provided here in this Article and please check the latest edition of the books before buying.

A. Law of Tort

1. Dr.R.K.Bangia's LAW OF TORTS including Compensation under the Motor Vehicles Act and Consumer Protection Act

It is a celebrated Text Book on Law of Torts for all law students for the past several years. Very helpful for making Notes. The celebrated author Shri R.K.Bangia has cited several case - laws.

2. Law Of Torts by Ratanlal & Dhirajlal

Good book. This book can clear all your understandings of Torts.

3. Law of Torts by Dr. Ashok K. Jain

Prefer to this book as a revision purpose after reading any of the above-mentioned textbooks.

B. Law of Contracts

1. Contract - I (Law of Contract - I with Specific Relief Act) by R.K. Bangia

Ultimate Solution for Contract - I in simple language. It is a celebrated book on General Principles of Contract and Specific Relief Act which comes under the heading Contract I. Useful textbook on Contract I.

2.Contract - II (Law of Contract - II with Indian Partnership Act and Sale of Goods Act) by R.K. Bangia

It is a famous textbook on the Law of Contract II (Special Contracts). Very useful for law students.

3. Law of Contract & Specific Relief by Dr. Avtar Singh

Comprehensive and Easy to Read. Contract and Specific Relief by Dr. Avtar Singh is an authoritative and most sought after book on the subject. The book deals with the intricacies of contract law in a straightforward and lucid style. The book covers many new developing areas in contract law which are of practical and academic importance.

4.The Indian Contract Act by Mulla

The book lays out the Indian Contract Act (Act 9 of 1872) supplemented by detailed section-wise commentary and suitable case laws and citations. Anyone involved with the law of contract can turn to Mulla secure in the knowledge that it covers all the key areas of law by way of a detailed and in-depth analysis. It will be essential reading for any student of contract law and a valuable first point of reference for practitioners and academics.

5.Law of Contract by Dr. Ashok K. Jain

Prefer to this book as a revision purpose after reading any of the above-mentioned textbooks.

C. Family Law - I (Hindu Law)

1. Modern Hindu Law by Dr. Paras Diwan

Very comprehensive and deeply explained book for Hindu Law.

2. Family Law I by Prof Kusum

Written in a simple easy Language. The author has discussed major recent judgments of the Supreme Court on such contemporary concerns as the status of live-in relationships and of children born of such relationships. The book also provides insights into contemporary matrimonial issues that have emerged as a result of the development of new perceptions of rights and duties, as well as alternative methods for matrimonial dispute settlement.

3. Family Law I by Dr. Ashok K. Jain

Prefer to this book as a revision purpose after reading any of the above-mentioned textbooks.

4. Hindu Law by R. K. Aggarwal

This book is recommended for the beginners who want an easy to read book.

D. Family Law - II (Muslim Law)

1. Mohammedan Law by Aqil Ahmad

One of the best books of Muslim Law, Easy to understand the concepts. This comprehensive work lucidly explains the principles of law governing Muslims in India.

2. Family Law Lectures by Dr. Poonam Pradhan Saxena

It can be called the best book with excellent explanations. The book intends to cover major judgments of the Supreme Court and the various High Courts and is essential for LLB students, law professors, students, and scholars of gender studies, and will be an asset to law and social science libraries.

3. Mulla’s Principles of Mahomedan Law by Sir Dinshaw Fardunji Mulla

The most authoritative, well-acknowledged, and comprehensive commentary on the subject. Principles of Mahomedan Law by Dinshaw Fardunji Mulla is the most authoritative, well-acknowledged, and comprehensive commentary on the subject. This legal classic has withstood the test of time and served the legal profession and everyone associated with it, for over a century. Covers all aspects and dimensions of Islamic law in India.

4. Family Law-II by Dr. Ashok K Jain

Prefer to this book as a revision purpose after reading any of the above-mentioned textbooks.

E. Constitutional Law of India

1. Constitutional Law of India by Dr. J.N. Pandey

This book is famous for the Student level and very basic book in simple language. It's wonderfully written in a lucid way and one of the best books to understand the Constitutional law.

2. M P Jain Indian Constitutional Law

A lengthy and exhaustive book containing depth insights that will benefit students, research scholars, lawyers, judges, legal academics, policymakers.

3. Introduction to the Constitution of India by D D Basu

This book is for deep knowledge catering to the needs of anyone who wants to study the origin and development of the Constitution of India.

4. Constitution of India by V. N. Shukla

Valuable for law students, professors, judges, practitioners, government officials, NGOs, and anyone interested in learning about the principles underlying the Indian Constitution.

5. Constitutional Law Of India (Part-I) by Dr. Ashok K Jain

Prefer to this book as a revision purpose after reading any of the above-mentioned textbooks.

6. Constitutional Law Of India (Part-II) by Dr. Ashok K Jain

Prefer to this book as a revision purpose after reading any of the above-mentioned principal textbooks.

7. Indian Polity - For Civil Services and Other State Examinations by M. Laxmikanth

Reference for the Civil Services aspirants, students of law, political science, and Public Administration. It is conceived to cater to the requirements of not just students appearing for competitive examinations but also postgraduates, research scholars, academics, and general readers who are interested in the country's political, civil, and constitutional issues.

F. Indian Penal Code

1. PSA Pillai's Criminal Law

This book has comprehensively covered all aspects of Criminal Law with a detailed analysis of all the categories of offences assimilated in the Code.

2. Indian Penal Code by K.D. Gaur

Focusing on emerging issues as well as legislative and judicial developments. Text Book on the Indian Penal Code by Professor K D Gaur, a distinguished scholar and an eminent jurist of International repute is a classic work in criminal law. It has been adjudged as the best textbook on the subject. With the help of examples, illustrations and elucidatory notes complex subjects have been explained in a simple style so that readers could grasp the subjects easily. Excellent Annexures dealing with the rights of the accused, victims of crime, and guidelines to effective study and understanding of criminal law have enhanced the worth and utility of the book. The cases that have upheld the concept of the right to compensation to the victims of rape, even to a foreign national; accountability of public servants and ministers for the arbitrary exercise of discretionary powers; personal liability for contempt of court; absolute liability against environmental and hazardous crimes; State accountability for police crimes, custodial death, atrocities on women and human rights violations; manufacturer's liability for criminal negligence, etc. , have been elaborately discussed.

3. Indian Penal Code by S.N. Mishra

Easy to Understand and written in a simple and systematic way. Every section is completely defined with ingredients and relevant cases.

4. Ratanlal & Dhirajlal’s - The Indian Penal Code (Set of 2 Volumes)

This book is an indispensable reference for judges, lawyers, research scholars, students, judicial and police training academies (national and state), police departments, CBI officials, researchers, presiding officers in courts, investigators, administrators, draftsmen, legislators, and social scientists.

5. Criminal Law by Dr. Ashok K Jain

Prefer to this book as a revision purpose after reading any of the above-mentioned textbooks.

G. Criminal Procedure Code

1. R.V. Kelkar's Criminal Procedure

Authentic and standard Book. Interlinking of sections is very important in criminal procedures. The linking of sections and other acts is the best part of the book.

2. The Code of Criminal Procedure by S.N. Misra

This book is sufficient for clearing college exams.

3. Ratanlal & Dhirajlal’s The Code of Criminal Procedure

Most comprehensive commentaries on the Law of Criminal Procedure in India.

4. Criminal Procedure Code by Dr. A. K. Jain

Prefer to this book as a revision purpose after reading any of the above-mentioned textbooks.

H. Civil Procedure Code

1. Civil Procedure with Limitation Act 1963 by C K Takwani

Very useful book as the commentary explains the theoretical as well as practical aspects of civil procedure. The book is prescribed in almost all universities in India. The book, though written for students and junior members of the Bar, is a great reference tool for lawyers and judges. The book is definitly a prized collection for any library.

2. The Key to Indian Practice - A Summary of the Code of Civil Procedure (CPC) by Sir Dinshaw Fardunji Mulla

Simplest and easiest book.Just a starter book for a beginner, not exactly for deep knowledge.

3. Civil Procedure by Dr. Ashok K. Jain

Prefer to this book as a revision purpose after reading any of the above-mentioned textbooks.

I. Law of Evidence

1. The Law of EVIDENCE by Batuk Lal

Proper illustrations and Commentaries are given. In every civilized legal system, we can classify the laws in two categories 1. Substantive Law 2. Procedural laws. The Law of evidence is one of the most important parts of the procedural law. The law of evidence plays a very important role in the effective functioning of the judicial system. The law of evidence is an indispensable part of both substantive and procedural laws. It imparts credibility to the adjudicatory process by indicating the degree of veracity to be attributed to 'facts' before the forum. This paper enables the student to appreciate the concepts and principles underlying the law of evidence and identify the recognized forms of evidence and its sources. The subject seeks to impart to the student the skills of examination and appreciation of oral and documentary evidence in order to find out the truth. The art of examination and cross-examination and the shifting nature of the burden of proof are crucial topics. The concepts brought in by amendments to the law of evidence are significant parts of study in this course.

2. Ratanlal & Dhirajlal - The Law of Evidence

Good commentary on evidence with good examples on facts. Ratanlal & Dhirajlal’s Law of Evidence is one of the country’s most relied on and respected titles and has been in print for almost a century. The sheer fact that the book has gone through many editions, stands testimony to its intrinsic worth and scholastic wealth.

3. Principles of the Law of Evidence by Dr. Avtar Singh

This book is an introduction to and a brief study of the principles of the Law of Evidence that underline the provisions of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872. During the gap between the preceding edition and the present edition, the only growth, and development of the subject is to be seen through the Supreme Court decisions. The relevant material has been considered at their appropriate places in the text. The book shall serve as an excellent academic reference for students of law, academicians and research scholars having an interest in this branch of law. Avtar Singh is a good book but it concentrates more on old cases.

4. Textbook on the Law of Evidence by Chief Justice M Monir

It is a simple and comprehensive book on the law. It is a textbook for students and also helpful for the judiciary, advocates, and litigants of evidence.

5. Law of Evidence by Dr. Ashok K. Jain

Prefer to this book as a revision purpose after reading any of the above-mentioned textbooks.

J. Law of Property

1. Property Law by Poonam Pradhan Saxena

This book is a very useful reference for Students and professors teaching in law schools. The book is a section-wise, thematically arranged coverage of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882.

2. THE TRANSFER OF PROPERTY ACT CLA by R.K Sinha

A good book for a detailed understanding of transfer of property for law students. It contains a Systematic way of interpretations.

3. The Transfer of Property Act by G.P. Tripathi

You can prefer this if you are not satisfied with the above-mentioned books.

4. Property Law By Dr. Ashok K. Jain

Prefer to this book as a revision purpose after reading any of the above-mentioned textbooks.

K. Intellectual Property Law

1. Law Relating to Intellectual Property Rights by V K Ahuja

Simple and Easy to read book. This book is a must-have for the students pursuing LL.B and LL.M. It will also be useful for the aspirants of Judicial Service Examinations and professionals working in the area of IPRs.

2. Intellectual Property Law by Dr. Ashok K. Jain

Prefer to this book as a revision purpose after reading the above-mentioned textbook.

L. Jurisprudence

1. JURISPRUDENCE by V.D MAHAJAN

One of the Best books for Law students and also for LL.M preparation.V.D. Mahajan’s work is a legal classic and has gone into several editions and reprinted a number of times. Written in a very simple and clear language it covers the subjects of Jurisprudence and Legal Theory thoroughly.

2. Studies in Jurisprudence and Legal Theory by Dr. N.V.Paranjape

Best book for the beginners.

3. Jurisprudence (Legal Theory) by Dr. B.N. Mani Tripathi

This is also a good book written in an easy language.however you should choose according to your preference.

4. Jhabvala Law Series The Elements of Jurisprudence for BSL & LL.B by Noshirman H. Jhabvala

You can prefer this book if you are not satisfied with the above-mentioned books.

5. Jurisprudence by Suri Ratnapala

Purchase this book for deeper understanding.

6. Jurisprudence by Dr. Ashok K. Jain

Prefer to this book as a revision purpose after reading any of the above-mentioned textbooks.

M. Company Law

1. COMPANY LAW with Supplement of Companies (Amendment) Act 2017 by Avtar Singh

One and Only the best book for several years. This book comes to serve Corporate Counsel, Legal Advisors, Advocates, Auditors, Law Students, etc. It stands as very useful for several years.

2. Company Law by Dr. Ashok K. Jain

Prefer to this book as a revision purpose after reading the above-mentioned textbook.

N. International Law

1. International Law by Gurdip Singh

Very Easy Commentary. More preferable among law students.

2. INTERNATIONAL LAW & HUMAN RIGHT by S.K KAPOOR

Useful for Law Students, Political Science, International

Organizations, International Relations, and Candidates appearing at the various competitive examinations including the combined Civil Service and Provincial Civil Service Examinations.

3. International Law & Human Rights by Dr. H.O. Agarwal

Useful to scholars and students of International Law, Human Rights, and war studies. It will also cater to the needs of students appearing in the competitive examinations and at the same time fulfill the requirements of NGOs and government legal advisors working in these areas.

4. Public International Law (Law of Peace) & Human Rights by Dr. Ashok K. Jain
Prefer to this book as a revision purpose after reading any of the above-mentioned textbooks.

O. Administrative Law

1. M P Jain & S N Jain’s Principles of Administrative Law

M P Jain and S N Jain’s Principles of Administrative Law is an authoritative exposition on the subject that appropriately addresses the needs of the practitioner, teacher, and student.

2. Administrative Law (With Right to Information Act, 2005) by Dr. Ashok K. Jain

Prefer to this book as a revision purpose after reading the above-mentioned textbook.

P. Interpretation of statutes

1. Interpretation of Statutes by Vepa P. Sarathi

A very popular book on the Interpretation of Statutes. With an objective approach, even on diverse points, the author has presented reasonable and lucid conclusions. The analysis and originality in the treatment of the subject are refreshing. The book is a prescribed text for LL.B. students and for the Legislative Drafting course in the LL.B. (Hons).

2. Interpretation of Statutes by Dr. Ashok K. Jain

Prefer to this book as a revision purpose after reading the above-mentioned textbook.

Q. Drafting, Pleading, and Conveyance

1. MOGHA'S INDIAN CONVEYANCER

A very useful book for Members of the Bar, Law Students, and Document Writers. Mogha's INDIAN CONVEYANCER is a Celebrated Book on Indian Law of Conveyancing. It contains several Model Forms of Various Deeds with legal points and relevant case law highlighted. A very useful book for Members of the Bar, Law Students, and Document Writers.

2. Drafting, Pleading, and Conveyance by Dr. Ashok K. Jain

Prefer to this book as a revision purpose after reading the above-mentioned textbook.

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