Chapter XIII - Winding Up and Dissolution
Section 65
Section 65: Rules for winding up and dissolution
The Central Government may make rules on LLP winding up and dissolution.
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Statutory text
Bare law
The Central Government may make rules for the provisions in relation to winding up and dissolution of limited liability partnerships.
Introduction
Use this enabling section with the applicable notified rules; it contains no standalone petition test or timetable.
Key takeaways
Rule-making power
The Central Government may make winding-up and dissolution rules.
No independent procedure
The section itself does not detail forms or hearings.
Connected sections
Read with sections 63 and 64.
Key steps
- India Code — Limited Liability Partnership Act, 2008
- Government-hosted LLP Act text
- Sections 51, 63–65 commencement — G.S.R. 549(E)
- Locate current rules: Confirm the applicable notified winding-up and dissolution rules and their amendments.
Apply the correct route
Match rule requirements to voluntary or Tribunal winding up.
Practical preparation
Identify the route: Establish whether the process is voluntary or Tribunal winding up.
Locate current rules: Check the Central Government rules made for winding up and dissolution.
Follow the prescribed steps: Use the applicable rule for notices, filings and other procedure.
Practical checklist
Do
- Confirm the applicable notified winding-up and dissolution rules and their amendments.
- Match rule requirements to voluntary or Tribunal winding up.
Avoid
- Do not apply this section without checking its stated conditions and any prescribed rules.
Illustrative example
Hypothetical: section 65 in practice
An LLP preparing to wind up needs the procedural requirements.
Identify the route
Establish whether the process is voluntary or Tribunal winding up.
Locate current rules
Check the Central Government rules made for winding up and dissolution.
Follow the prescribed steps
Use the applicable rule for notices, filings and other procedure.
Outcome
- Section 65 authorises the rules; the operative process must be found in those rules and other applicable provisions.
Glossary
- Rules for winding up and dissolution
- The Central Government may make rules on LLP winding up and dissolution.
Frequently asked questions
What does section 65 address?
The Central Government may make rules on LLP winding up and dissolution.
What should be checked in practice?
Use this enabling section with the applicable notified rules; it contains no standalone petition test or timetable.
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