This book provides a comprehensive analysis of India's public procurement regime, examining contemporary challenges and offering practical solutions applicable at the grassroots level. Drawing on interdisciplinary insights from law, economics and public administration, the book addresses critical issues in procurement regulation, transparency and accountability within the Indian context.

The volume offers a detailed examination of procurement frameworks, regulatory mechanisms, and policy interventions designed to enhance efficiency and reduce corruption in public procurement processes. It explores legal frameworks, institutional structures and implementation challenges while providing evidence-based recommendations for reform. Readers will gain an understanding of procurement law principles, regulatory compliance requirements, anti-corruption mechanisms and strategies for improving procurement outcomes in developing economies.

Featuring comparative analysis with international best practices, case studies on procurement challenges across sectors and practical guidance for policy implementation, this work serves as an essential resource for researchers, policymakers and procurement officials seeking to understand and improve public procurement systems. The book addresses the needs of scholars in law, public administration, economics and development studies. It will be a valuable resource for students enrolled in LLM and MBA courses specialising in public procurement, as well as professionals working in government procurement departments, regulatory agencies and development organisations.

Mukesh Rawat is Assistant Professor at the Department of Law, Hemvati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University, Uttarakhand, India.

K. D. Raju is Professor of Law and Pro Vice Chancellor at KIIT University and KIIT School of Law, Bhubaneswar, India.