This book deals with the fundamental branches of business law, namely, law of contract, law of sale of goods, law of partnership, law of negotiable instruments and law of information technology. Its contents have been extracted from the author´s reputed title Mercantile Law that has gained tremendous readership over the years. Business Law is intended to serve as a textbook for the students of B.Com (Hons & Pass), CA Common Proficiency Test (CPT), CA Professional Competence Course (PCC), CS Foundation Programme, ICWA Intermediate, MBA and also for those appearing for banking and competitive examinations. New in this Edition Chapter 30- Crossing and Bouncing of Cheques and Chapter 31- Information Technology Act, 2000 have been significantly revised Latest decided cases have been added. SALIENT FEATURES Quotes Indian and foreign cases at appropriate places with a view to ensure necessary authenticity and clarity on the subject. Includes test questions and practical problems with hints and solutions in each chapter to enable students to evaluate their understanding of the subject. Explains complicated provisions in easily comprehensible language with the help of illustrations and analogies.

Table of Contents:
• Part I–Nature and Kinds of Contracts • Offer and Acceptance • Consideration • Capacity of Parties • Free Consent • Legality of Object and Consideration • Void Agreements • Contingent Contracts • Performance of Contracts • Discharge of Contract • Quasi Contract • Remedies for Breach of Contract • Indemnity and Guarantee • Bailment and Pledge • Agency • Part II–Contract of Sale of Goods • Conditions and Warranties • Transfer of Property • Performance of Contract of Sale • Rights of Unpaid Seller • Part III–Definition and Nature of Partnership • Formation of Partnership • Rights, Duties and Liabilities of Partners • Dissolution of Partnership Firm • Part IV–Negotiable Instruments • Parties to Negotiable Instruments • Presentation of Negotiable Instruments • Negotiation of Negotiable Instruments • Dishonour and Discharge of Negotiable Instruments • Crossing and Bouncing of Cheques • Part V–Information Technology • Bibliography