This edition of The Registration of Births and Deaths Act, 1969 (Act 18 of 1969), as amended by the Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Act, 2023 (Act 20 of 2023, dated 11-8-2023), presents the authoritative and updated bare text of the law governing compulsory registration of births and deaths in India. Updated for 2026, the book serves as a precise and dependable legal reference for law students, legal professionals, government officials, and candidates preparing for statutory and competitive examinations

The publication reproduces the statutory provisions exactly as enacted, without interpretation, while including brief short comments for ease of reference and practical understanding. It reflects the latest legislative changes introduced to strengthen the civil registration system, improve accuracy of records, and enhance administrative efficiency.

Along with the principal Act, this edition also includes the complete text of The Births, Deaths and Marriages Registration Act, 1886 (Act 6 of 1886), enabling readers to understand the historical development and statutory evolution of civil registration laws in India.

The content comprehensively covers provisions relating to:
• Compulsory registration of births and deaths
• Appointment, powers, and duties of registrars and reporting authorities
• Maintenance and correction of registers and records
• Reporting obligations, time limits, and procedures
• Penalties for non-compliance and false registration
• Centralised data, coordination, and administrative control

This bare act edition is particularly suitable for:
• Law students and academicians studying administrative and public law
• Advocates and legal practitioners
• Government officials, registrars, and compliance personnel
• Libraries and institutions requiring updated statutory texts

Whether used for academic study, official reference, or examination preparation, this 2026 edition provides a clear, accurate, and current presentation of the Registration of Births and Deaths Act, 1969 along with the Births, Deaths and Marriages Registration Act, 1886, in a single accessible volume.