CS Professional CRACKER Environmental Social and Governance (ESG)

Environmental Social & Governance (ESG) Principles & Practice | CRACKER is an authoritative and exam-focused companion designed specifically for CS-Professional students preparing for the New Syllabus (Group 1 ? Paper 1). This book consolidates fully solved previous exam questions, systematic topic-wise arrangements, and comprehensive answers as per the latest legislative provisions and case laws, enabling candidates to approach their examinations with confidence and conceptual clarity in ESG-related domains.The Present Publication is the 4th Edition for the Dec. 2025/June 2026 Exams. This book is authored by CS Ankush Bansal, with the following noteworthy features:

[Fully Solved Previous Exam Questions] Incorporates detailed solutions to questions from past CS-Professional exams, reflecting the latest examination pattern
[Topic-wise Arrangement] All questions are systematically categorised for targeted revision and focused practice
[Updated as per Latest Laws & Case Laws] Every answer is meticulously updated in accordance with the latest statutory amendments, regulatory requirements, and relevant case laws
[Chapter-wise Marks Distribution & Trend Analysis] Presents a clear picture of weightage and question patterns, helping students prioritise high-scoring areas
[Comparison with ICSI Study Material] Facilitates quick cross-referencing and ensures comprehensive coverage vis-?-vis ICSI study resources
[Practice on Actual Exam Papers] Includes solved papers for June 2024, December 2024, and June 2025, with model answers and detailed explanations
[Ideal for Revision and Self-assessment] Enables students to practice and self-assess their preparation with actual exam papers and structured solutions
[Benchmark for Exam Readiness] By aligning with recent exam trends, students can benchmark their performance and focus efforts for maximum scoring

The book is divided into three core parts, comprehensively covering the CS-Professional syllabus:

Part I ? Governance and Sustainability (65 Marks)
Conceptual Framework of Corporate Governance
Legislative Framework of Corporate Governance in India
Board Effectiveness & Building Better Boards
Board Processes through Secretarial Standards
Board Committees
Governance in Professionally Managed vs. Promoter-Driven Companies
Board & Website Disclosures
Data Governance
Stakeholder Rights
Business Ethics, Code of Conduct, and Anti-Bribery Measures
Board Accountability on ESG
Environmental Responsibilities & Green Initiatives
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
Governance Influencers
Empowerment of the Company Secretary Profession
Part II ? Risk Management (20 Marks)
Comprehensive coverage of Risk Management frameworks, tools, and practical applications as per exam trends.
Part III ? Environment & Sustainability Reporting (15 Marks)
Sustainability Audit and ESG Rating
Emerging Mandates from Government and Regulators
Integrated Reporting Frameworks, including GRI and BRSR (Business Responsibility & Sustainability Reporting)

The structure of the book is as follows:

Chapter-wise Marks Distribution ? Detailed tables and analysis show chapter-wise marks distribution for June 2024, December 2024, and June 2025 exams, with averages for strategic preparation
Previous Exam Trend Analysis ? Exam-wise breakdown of questions, their marks, and question types, facilitating focused revision on recurring and high-weightage topics
Chapter-wise Comparison with Study Material ? Direct mapping to ICSI’s chapters for comprehensive and efficient study
Solved Papers with Suggested Answers ? Complete and updated solutions for the latest three exam attempts to familiarise students with the latest examination trends
Logical Sequencing ? The content flows as per the ICSI syllabus and study material, making navigation intuitive for revision