1. Administrative Authority over Partnerships

• The Registrar of Firms is appointed under the Indian Partnership Act, 1932
  
• Each state in India has its own Registrar with territorial jurisdiction
  
• The Registrar oversees all partnership firms within the assigned area
  
• All applications and filings must be made to the local Registrar
  
• The office maintains records of registered firms and their changes
  

2. Power to Register and Amend Firm Details

• The Registrar registers partnership firms upon receipt of valid applications
  
• It verifies documents like the partnership deed and Form 1
  
• It has the authority to approve or reject registration based on compliance
  
• The Registrar also records changes such as address, name, and partner details
  
• Amendments to existing records must be filed with the appropriate Registrar
  

3. Maintenance of Public Records

• The Registrar maintains a Register of Firms open for public inspection
  
• It includes names, addresses, and the constitution of registered firms
  
• Anyone can apply for copies or extracts of the registered information
  
• This supports transparency and protects third-party interests
  
• The Register serves as legal proof of the firm’s existence and structure
  

4. Power to Inquire and Demand Information

• The Registrar can seek clarification or additional documents from applicants
  
• It may require partners to appear for verification or explanation
  
• The authority can investigate discrepancies in filed information
  
• In case of false or misleading statements, the Registrar may take corrective steps
  
• It ensures all registered details are accurate and trustworthy
  

5. Jurisdiction in Compliance and Disputes

• The Registrar does not act as a judicial body in partnership disputes
  
• Its role is administrative, not for resolving legal or financial conflicts
  
• Disputes must be resolved through court or arbitration, not the Registrar
  
• The Registrar’s scope is limited to documentation and registration
  
• However, firms must comply with Registrar’s directions to remain in good standing