CONTENTS : Introduction by Prof. Vijay Sohoni, President, COA 2 The Rationale 3 Second Thoughts 5 Synopsis 6 Section One Architect and Society Chapter 1 Overview of Architectural Profession in India 10 Chapter 2 Engaging an Architect 12 Chapter 3 Education of an Architect 16 Section Two Architect in Practice Chapter 4 Registration of Architects 24 Chapter 5 Professional Organizations 47 Chapter 6 Setting up Practice 61 Chapter 7 New Challenges for Architects 69 Chapter 8 Architectural Competitions 81 Chapter 9 Some Laws Relating to Architectural Practice 87 Chapter 10 Project Management 90 Chapter 11 Risk Management for Architects 106 Chapter 12 Arbitration and Conciliation 109 Chapter 13 Liability of Architects 122 Chapter 14 Architectural Copyright 129 Section Three Architect as an Expert Chapter 15 Valuation of Immovable Properties 133 Chapter 16 Fire Protection and Fire Insurance 147 Chapter 17 Compulsory Land Acquistion 151 Chapter 18 Easements 161 Chapter 19 Dilapidations, Repairs & Preventive Maintenance of Buildings 169 Chapter 20 Fair Rent 176 Glossary of Technical Terms 184 Annexure 197