For a lawyer practicing in India, staying updated with legal principles, landmark judgments, and evolving legal frameworks is crucial. Whether you are a budding lawyer, a seasoned advocate, or a law student, reading authoritative books on Indian law will help you sharpen your knowledge and courtroom skills. Below is a comprehensive list of must-read books categorized for different aspects of the legal profession.

Reading these books will equip lawyers with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate India’s legal landscape effectively. Whether you are starting your career or looking to refine your expertise, this list covers everything from legal theory to courtroom practice. Happy reading!

PM BAKSHI THE CONSTITUTION OF INDIA 2023-24
Ratanlal & Dhirajlal The Indian Penal Code - English 2020
The Key To Indian Practice (A Summary Of The Code Of Civil Procedure) By Mulla
R.V. Kelkar's Criminal Procedure
Law of Bail | A Legal Classic On Law Of Bails (Practice & Procedure) With New Criminal Laws Perspectives By Malik - Edition 2025
Reading HLA Hart's 'The Concept of Law'
A Theory of Justice Revised edition + Justice as Fairness: A Restatement
R.V. Kelkar's Criminal Procedure
HOW TO THINK LIKE A LAWYER--AND WHY
Landmark Judgments Of Supreme Court
SUPREME COURT OF INDIA: THE BEGINNINGS
The Art of Advocacy
THE PROMISE OF INDIA'S SECULAR DEMOCRACY
The Modern Law Firm: How to Thrive in an Era of Rapid Technological Change
Pleadings, Drafting & Conveyancing
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