For LL.B. and B.A. LL.B. curricula, this text functions as a standard syllabus textbook that builds fundamental legal literacy. Digital Accessibility and PDF Availability

First published in 1960, Durga Das Basu’s work is legendary for its deep, analytical approach. While the is now the most current, the 26th Edition (2022)

The 26th edition is not merely a reprint; it is a substantial revision. Given that the previous editions were published before several landmark judgments, this edition captures the seismic shifts in Indian polity. Key updates include:

To appreciate the book, you must first know the man behind it. Dr. Durga Das Basu was not just a lawyer; he was a legal luminary, a judge of the Calcutta High Court, and a recipient of the Padma Bhushan, one of India’s highest civilian awards. His scholarship earned him doctorates from six universities, including a rare Doctorate of Law (LLD) from the University of Calcutta.