The Prohibition of Benami Property Transactions Act, 1988 – 4th Edition (June 2026) is a definitive and comprehensive guide to India’s Benami law, designed for legal professionals, chartered accountants, tax practitioners, enforcement agencies, corporate advisors, academicians, and students seeking an in-depth understanding of the legislative and regulatory framework governing benami transactions.

Authored by Sunil Kumar Gupta and Pawan Singh Tomar, with a Foreword by Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman, Hon’ble Minister of Finance and Corporate Affairs, Government of India, this edition delivers a practical, analytical, and authoritative examination of the Prohibition of Benami Property Transactions Act, 1988.

Covering the latest legislative developments, judicial precedents, procedural mechanisms, and enforcement practices, the book provides readers with a clear understanding of the law from both compliance and litigation perspectives. Written in a structured and practitioner-friendly style, it bridges the gap between statutory provisions and their practical application.

A key highlight of this Fourth Edition is the inclusion of approximately 350 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs), addressing real-world legal, procedural, and compliance issues commonly encountered by taxpayers, investigators, legal practitioners, businesses, and enforcement authorities.

Whether you are advising clients, handling litigation, conducting investigations, or studying India’s evolving financial and regulatory framework, this book serves as an indispensable professional reference.