Corporate Governance - Board of Directors, Duties and Functions

D.P. Mittal's Corporate Governance - Board of Directors, Duties and Functions is a comprehensive legal commentary that delves into the pivotal role of the Board of Directors in steering and overseeing a company's management and operations. The book focuses on the governance structures and mechanisms that ensure accountability, transparency, and ethical conduct within corporations.

Key Features:

• The book provides an in-depth examination of the responsibilities and functions of directors, emphasizing their duty to act in the best interest of the company and its stakeholders.
• Mittal explores the distribution of rights and responsibilities among various participants in the corporation, including the board, shareholders, and management, and outlines the rules and procedures for making decisions on corporate affairs.
• The author incorporates landmark rulings from Indian and foreign courts to interpret and explain the evolving corporate governance framework, offering readers a global perspective.

The book serves as a practical guide for corporate professionals, legal practitioners and students, providing insights into the legal and ethical dimensions of corporate governance.

Corporate Governance – An Introduction
Directors and Board of Directors
Directors' Position in Relation to Companies
Independent Directors
Appointment and Retirement of Directors
Director Identification Number
Directors' Duties
Directors' Resignation, Removal, Vacation of Office, and Register
Board of Directors – Meetings
Board – Minutes of Meetings
Board – Powers
Board Powers – Restrictions, Prohibitions, and Contributions
Director – Disclosure of Interest
Loan to Directors
Loan and Investment by Company
Related Party Transactions
Managerial Personnel – Appointment
Managerial Remuneration
Key Managerial Personnel