This document discusses the formation of companies under the Companies Act 2013 in India. It describes the key stages in forming a company: 1) Promotion, where the idea is conceived and requirements ascertained; 2) Incorporation, which requires registration with the Registrar of Companies by filing documents and paying fees; 3) Capital raising, where a private company raises funds from members and banks, and public companies issue shares through a prospectus; and 4) Commencement of business, where a private company can start after registration, while public companies need a certificate to do so. The conclusion states that the Companies Act 2013 aims to establish good corporate governance in India.