The Handbook on Independent Directors covers the role, duties, responsibilities and authority of corporate directors, with special reference to Independent Directors. It is a brief, condensed account of Corporate Governance, Boardroom practices, related Corporate and SEBI Laws dealing with Independent Directors, and their contribution to Boardroom Excellence, and corporate strategy. It covers the multidisciplinary and multifaceted nature of the roles and responsibilities of Independent Directors, in the light of Companies Act 2013, Companies (Amendment) Act, 2017, the Companies (Amendment) Act, 2020, SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 and amendments thereof.
Environmental, social, and economic change, business sustainability is no longer optional—it is a strategic necessity. A must-read guide for corporate directors, executive management, and business leaders committed to driving long-term value while balancing profitability with responsibility.