\nIt is drafted in accordance with the Schedule III of the Companies Act 1956. It is useful only to a public company which does not invite public subscription. Find out the document from the following : (June – 2008)<\/span>
\na) Prospectus
\nb) Table A
\nc) Articles of Association
\nd) Statement in line of prospectus
\nAnswer:
\nStatement in lieu of prospectus<\/p>\n
Question 2. Functions of a Promoter<\/strong><\/p>\n 1. Identification of business opportunity: The first and foremost activity of a promoter is to identify a business opportunity.<\/p>\n 2. Feasibility studies: After identifying a business opportunity, the promoters undertake some feasibility studies to determine the viability and profitability of the proposed activity.<\/p>\n 3. Name approval: After selecting the name of company the promoters submit an application to the Registrar of companies for its approval. The selected name is not the same or identical to an existing company.<\/p>\n 4. Fixing up signatories to the Memorandum of Association: Promoters have to decide about the members who will be signing the Memorandum of Association of the proposed company.<\/p>\n 5. Appointment of professional: Promoters appoint merchant bankers, auditors etc. to assist them in the preparation of necessary documents.<\/p>\n 6. Preparation of necessary documents: The promoters prepare certain legal documents which are to be submitted to the Registrar of companies. They are<\/p>\n Position of Promoters<\/strong><\/p>\n The promoter is neither an agent nor a trustee of the company. The promoter stands in the fiduciary relationship with the company. He should not make any secret profits out of the dealings. Any, such gains are to be disclosed. The promoter must act honestly, in good faith and in the best interest of the company.<\/p>\n The promoter is personally liable for all the preliminary contracts with the other parties before incorporation. The promoter is also liable for any omission of facts or false statements in the prospectus.<\/p>\n Question 3. Question 4. Question 5. Contents of prospectus<\/strong><\/p>\n Question 6. Question 7. Question 8. Question 9. Question 10. Contents of prospectus<\/strong><\/p>\n Question 11. Question 12. Question 13. Question 14. Question 15. Contents of prospectus<\/strong><\/p>\n Question 16. Question 17. Prospectus:-<\/strong> Prospectus is a document issued by the public companies inviting the public to subscribe for shares or debentures of the company. It contains all information regarding the company\u2019s affairs and its future prospects. A prospectus must be dated and signed by all the directors. A copy of the prospectus must be filed with Registrar before it is issued to the public.<\/p>\n Contents of prospectus<\/strong><\/p>\n Question 18. Question 19. Question 20. Question 21. Functions of a Promoter<\/strong><\/p>\n 1. Identification of business opportunity:-The first and foremost activity of a promoter is to identify a business opportunity.<\/p>\n 2. Feasibility studies: After identifying a business opportunity, the promoters undertake some feasibility studies to determine the viability and profitability of the proposed activity.<\/p>\n 3. Name approval: After selecting the name of the company the promoters submit an application to the Registrar of companies for its approval. The selected name is not the same or identical to an existing company.<\/p>\n 4. Fixing up signatories to the Memorandum of Association: Promoters have to decide about the members who will be signing the Memorandum of Association of the proposed company.<\/p>\n 5. Appointment of professionals: Promoters appoint merchant bankers, auditors etc. to assist them in the preparation of necessary documents.<\/p>\n 6. Preparation of necessary documents: The promoters prepare certain legal documents which are to be submitted to the Registrar of companies. They are<\/p>\n Position of Promoters<\/strong><\/p>\n The promoter is neither an agent nor a trustee of the company. The promoter stands in the fiduciary relationship with the company. He should not make any secret profits out of the dealings. Any, such gains are to be disclosed. The promoter must act honestly, in good faith and in the best interest of the company.<\/p>\n The promoter is personally liable for all the preliminary contracts with the other parties before incorporation. The promoter is also liable for any omission of facts or false statements in the prospectus.<\/p>\n Question 22. Question 23. Functions of a Promoter<\/strong><\/p>\n 1. Identification of business opportunity:-The first and foremost activity of a promoter is to identify a business opportunity.<\/p>\n 2. Feasibility studies: After identifying a business opportunity, the promoters undertake some feasibility studies to determine the viability and profitability of the proposed activity.<\/p>\n 3. Name approval: After selecting the name of company the promoters submit an application to the Registrar of companies for its approval. The selected name is not the same or identical to an existing company.<\/p>\n 4. Fixing up signatories to the Memorandum of Association: Promoters have to decide about the members who will be signing the Memorandum of Association of the proposed company.<\/p>\n 5. Appointment of professionals: Promoters appoint merchant bankers, auditors etc. to assist them in the preparation of necessary documents.<\/p>\n 6. Preparation of necessary documents: The promoters prepare certain legal documents which are to be submitted to the Registrar of companies. They are<\/p>\n Position of Promoters<\/strong><\/p>\n The promoter is neither an agent nor a trustee of the company. The promoter stands in the fiduciary relationship with the company. He should not make any secret profits out of the dealings. Any, such gains are to be disclosed. The promoter must act honestly, in good faith and in the best interest of the company. The promoter is personally liable for all the preliminary contracts with the other parties before incorporation. The promoter is also liable for any omission of facts or false statements in the prospectus.<\/p>\n Question 24. 2. Registered office clause: This clause contains the name of the state, in which the registered office of the company is proposed to be situated. It must be informed to the Registrar within thirty days of the incorporation of the company.<\/p>\n 3. Objects clause: This is the most important clause of the memorandum. It defines the purpose for which the company is formed. A company is not legally entitled to undertake an activity, which is beyond the objects stated in this clause.<\/p>\n 4. Liability clause: It states that the liability of members is limited to the face value of shares held by them or the amount guaranteed to be paid on winding up.<\/p>\n 5. Capital clause: This clause specifies the maximum capital which the company will be authorised to raise through, the issue of shares.<\/p>\n 6. Association clause: In this clause, the signatories to the Memorandum of Association state their intention to be associated with the company and also give their consent to purchase qualification shares.<\/p>\n Question 25. Question 26. Question 27. Question 28. 1. Promotion: It is the first stage in the formation of a company. The identification of business opportunities, analysis of its prospects, and initiating steps to form a joint-stock company is called promotion.<\/p>\n 2. Incorporation: A Company comes into existence only when it is registered with the Registrar of Companies. For this an application must be given to Registrar along with necessary documents and registration fees. The Registrar after verifying all documents, issues a certificate called \u201cCertificate of Incorporation\u201d. It is the birth certificate of a company.<\/p>\n 3. Capital Subscription: A public company can raise funds from the public by issuing shares and debentures. For this, it has to issue a prospectus and undergo various other formalities.<\/p>\n 4. Commencement of business: A public company can commence business only after getting certificate of commencement of business from the Registrar. For this, the company must file certain documents to the Registrar. The Registrar, upon satisfaction, issues a certificate of Commencement of business.<\/p>\n Question 29. Question 30. 2. Name approval: After selecting the name of the company the promoters submit an application to the Registrar of companies for its approval. The selected name is not the same or identical to an existing company.<\/p>\n 3. Identification of business opportunity:- Question 31. Question 32. 2. Registered office clause: This clause contains the name of the state, in which the registered office of the company is proposed to be situated. It must be informed to the Registrar within thirty days of the incorporation of the company.<\/p>\n 3. Objects clause: This is the most important clause of the memorandum. It defines the purpose for which the company is formed. A company is not legally entitled to undertake an activity, which is beyond the objects stated in this clause.<\/p>\n 4. Liability clause: It states that the liability of members is limited to the face value of shares held by them or the amount guaranteed to be paid on winding up.<\/p>\n 5. Capital clause: This clause specifies the maximum capital which the company will be authorised to raise through, the issue of shares.<\/p>\n 6. Association clause: In this clause, the signatories to the Memorandum of Association state their intention to be associated with the company and also give their consent to purchase qualification shares.<\/p>\n
\nArathi. Bindhu and Chandrika intend to promote a company. What are the important functions to be performed by them as promoters?\u00a0\u00a0 (June – 2008)<\/span>
\nAnswer:
\nPromotion :- Promotion is the first stage in the formation of a company. The identification of business opportunities, analysis of its prospects and initiating steps to form a joint stock company is called promotion.
\nThe person who undertakes to form a company is called promoter.<\/p>\n\n
\n
\nMemorandum of Association and Articles of Association are two important documents to be prepared in the formation of a company. Can you write any three differences between them? (March – 2009)<\/span>
\nAnswer:<\/p>\n\n\n
\n Memorandum of Association<\/strong><\/td>\n Articles of Association<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n It defines the object for which the company is formed<\/td>\n They are rules of internal management of the company. They indicate how the objectives of the company are to be achieved<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n It is the main document of the company<\/td>\n It is a subsidiary document of the Memorandum of Association<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n It defines the relationship of the company with outsiders<\/td>\n It defines the relationship of the company with members<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Acts beyond the Memorandum of Association are invalid and cannot be ratified.<\/td>\n Acts beyond the Articles of Association can be ratified by the members. But they do not violate memorandum<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Filing of Memorandum is compulsory<\/td>\n Filing of Articles is not compulsory for public company<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Alteration of Memorandum is very difficult<\/td>\n It can be altered by passing a special resolution<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
\n\u201cI disclose the purpose for which the share capital of the company will be utilized\u201d. Who am I? (March – 2009)<\/span>
\na) Domicile clause
\nb) Capital clause
\nc) Name clause
\nd) Object clause
\nAnswer:
\nObject clause<\/p>\n
\nKavya wishes to buy 500 shares of BSNL Ltd. which is open for public issues. A document issued by the company should help her to make a sensible investment. Identify the document and write its contents.\u00a0 (March – 2009)<\/span>
\nAnswer:
\nProspectus.<\/strong>
\nProspectus:- Prospectus is a document issued by the public companies inviting the public to subscribe for shares or debentures of the company. It contains all information regarding the company\u2019s affairs and its future prospects. A prospectus must be dated and signed by all the directors. A copy of the prospectus must be filed with Registrar before it is issued to the public.<\/p>\n\n
\nMemorandum of Association and Articles of Association are two important documents to be prepared in the formation of a company. Can you write any three differences between them?\u00a0(March – 2009)<\/span>
\nAnswer:<\/p>\n\n\n
\n Memorandum of Association<\/strong><\/td>\n Articles of Association<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n It defines the object for which the company is formed<\/td>\n They are rules of internal management of the company. They indicate how the objectives of the company are to be achieved<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n It is the main document of the company<\/td>\n It is a subsidiary document of the Memorandum of Association<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n It defines the relationship of the company with outsiders<\/td>\n It defines the relationship of the company with members<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Acts beyond the Memorandum of Association are invalid and cannot be ratified.<\/td>\n Acts beyond the Articles of Association can be ratified by the members. But they do not violate memorandum<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Filing of Memorandum is compulsory<\/td>\n Filing of Articles is not compulsory for public company<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Alteration of Memorandum is very difficult<\/td>\n It can be altered by passing a special resolution<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
\nFrom the following find out the odd man. Prospectus\/Table A \/ Memorandum of Association \/ Articles of Partnership.\u00a0(March – 2009)<\/span>
\nAnswer:
\nArticles of partnership<\/p>\n
\nThe details of a proposed limted company are given below\u00a0(March – 2009)<\/span>
\na) Proposed name : Alliance grain products Co.Ltd.
\nb) Nature of business : Food processing
\nc) Registered office : Chennai
\nd) Nature of liability : Limited
\ne) Promoting firm : Prakash Associates
\nf) Maximum capital : One Crore
\nYou are required to identify the above as to which clause of the Memorandum of Association they have to be rightly inserted.
\nAnswer:
\na) Name clause
\nb) Object clause
\nc) Situation \/ Domicile clause
\nd) Liability clause
\ne) Association \/ Subscription clause
\nf) Capital clause<\/p>\n
\n\u201cMemorandum of Association is the Magna Carta of the Company.\u201d Elucidate the statement by stating three features.\u00a0(March – 2010)<\/span>
\nAnswer:
\nMemorandum of Association:-<\/strong> It is the fundamental document of the company. It is the charter or magnacarta of the company. It defines the objects of the company and provides the framework beyond which the company cannot operate.
\nIts purpose is to enable the shareholders, creditors, and all others who deal with the company to know the scope of the company’s operation. It lays down the relationship of the company with outside world. Memorandum of Association must be printed, divided into paragraphs, numbered consecutively, and signed by the subscribers.<\/p>\n
\nMr. Basheer, a promoter of a public company approaches you for raising the capital from the public. Mention to him the document required for inviting the attention of prospective investors and its content. (March – 2010)<\/span>
\nAnswer:
\nProspectus.
\nProspectus:-<\/strong> Prospectus is a document issued by the public companies inviting the public to subscribe for shares or debentures of the company. It contains all information regarding the company\u2019s affairs and its future prospects. A prospectus must be dated and signed by all the directors. A copy of the prospectus must be filed with Registrar before it is issued to the public.<\/p>\n\n
\nA group of 5 persons intends to start a private limited company, in the name of Jawaharlal Nehru traders Ltd. They submit an application to the Registrar with all documents. The Registrar did not give registration in this name. Can you justify this? Is so on what ground? (March – 2010)<\/span>
\nAnswer:
\nThe decision taken by the Registrar is correct. A company cannot be registered by a name that is undesirable in the opinion of the Central Govt. i.e. the name must not suggest any connection with or patronage of a national hero.<\/p>\n
\nFind the odd one out and give your justification:\u00a0(March – 2011)<\/span>
\na) Promotion
\nb) Issue of debentures
\nc) Formation
\nc) Incorporation
\nAnswer:
\nIssue of debentures<\/p>\n
\nWhich one of the following is different from the others?\u00a0(March – 2011)<\/span>
\na) Articles of partnership.
\nb) Table A
\nc) Prospectus
\nd) Statement in lieu of prospectus
\nAnswer:
\nArticles of partnership<\/p>\n
\nThere is a popular saying that Memorandum of Association is the elder brother and Articles of Association is the younger brother, in the family of a joint-stock company. But they differ in many respects. Explain any four differences between these two important documents.\u00a0(March – 2011)<\/span>
\nAnswer:
\nDifferences between Memorandum of Association and Articles of Association<\/p>\n\n\n
\n Memorandum of Association<\/strong><\/td>\n Articles of Association<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n It defines the object for which the company is formed<\/td>\n They are rules of internal management of the company. They indicate how the objectives of the company are to be achieved<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n It is the main document of the company<\/td>\n It is a subsidiary document of the Memorandum of Association<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n It defines the relationship of the company with outsiders<\/td>\n It defines the relationship of the company with members<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Acts beyond the Memorandum of Association are invalid and cannot be ratified.<\/td>\n Acts beyond the Articles of Association can be ratified by the members. But they do not violate memorandum<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Filing of Memorandum is compulsory<\/td>\n Filing of Articles is not compulsory for public company<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Alteration of Memorandum is very difficult<\/td>\n It can be altered by passing a special resolution<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
\nMr.Benny Thomas is interested in floating a public limited company. He is now entrusted with the task of preparing a document to invite offers from the public to purchase shares of the company.\u00a0(March – 2012)<\/span>
\na) Name the document he is now preparing.
\nb) List the important matters to be included in this document.
\nAnswer:
\na) Prospectus
\nb) Contents of prospectus
\nProspectus:-<\/strong> Prospectus is a document issued by the public companies inviting the public to subscribe for shares or debentures of the company. It contains all information regarding the company\u2019s affairs and its future prospects. A prospectus must be dated and signed by all the directors. A copy of the prospectus must be filed with Registrar before it is issued to public.<\/p>\n\n
\nI inform the creditors and outsiders what the company is permitted to do. Who am I?\u00a0(March – 2012)<\/span>
\na) Domicile clause
\nb) Capital clause
\nc) Objects clause
\nd) Liability Clause
\nAnswer:
\nObjects clause<\/p>\n
\nMr. Shiju, the finance manager of a public company approaches you for raising the capital from the public. Mention to him the document required for inviting the attention or prospective investors. Mention its content.\u00a0\u00a0(March – 2012)<\/span>
\nAnswer:
\nProspectus.<\/p>\n\n
\nIdentify the term used to refer to the specialized person who undertakes all activities in the formation of a company. (October – 2013)<\/span>
\nAnswer:
\nPromoter<\/p>\n
\nBlue Moon Ltd. started its business immediately after getting a certificate of incorporation. Is it legally valid? Give your comments.\u00a0\u00a0(October – 2013)<\/span>
\nAnswer:
\nNot valid. A public company can start a business only after getting a certificate of commencement of business from the Registrar of companies.<\/p>\n
\nSamudra Ltd. prepared two documents in the formation of the company. One is the constitution of the company and the other one lays down the rules and regulations for the management.\u00a0(October – 2013)<\/span>
\na) Name these documents.
\nb) Also give any 4 differences between these two documents.
\nAnswer:
\na) Memorandum and Articles of Association.
\nb) Differences between Memorandum and Articles of Association.<\/p>\n\n\n
\n Memorandum of Association<\/strong><\/td>\n Articles of Association<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n It defines the object for which the company is formed<\/td>\n They are rules of internal management of the company. They indicate how the objectives of the company are to be achieved<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n It is the main document of the company<\/td>\n It is a subsidiary document of the Memorandum of Association<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n It defines the relationship of the company with outsiders<\/td>\n It defines the relationship of the company with members<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Acts beyond the Memorandum of Association are invalid and cannot be ratified.<\/td>\n Acts beyond the Articles of Association can be ratified by the members. But they do not violate memorandum<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Filing of Memorandum is compulsory<\/td>\n Filing of Articles is not compulsory for public company<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Alteration of Memorandum is very difficult<\/td>\n It can be altered by passing a special resolution<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
\nMr. Nassar, a Gulf returnee, intends to start a business in the form of a private limited company. But he has no idea about the formalities to be followed in the formation of a company. (March – 2014)<\/span>
\na) As a commerce student, can you suggest a specialized person who would undertake all activites for the formation of a company?
\nb) Explain the functions of those specialized persons.
\nAnswer:
\na) The person who undertakes to form a company is called a promoter.
\nFunctions of a Promoter
\nPromotion:-<\/strong> Promotion is the first stage in the formation of a company. The identification of business opportunities, analysis of its prospects and initiating steps to form a joint-stock company is called promotion.
\nThe person who undertakes to form a company is called a promoter.<\/p>\n\n
\n
\nMemorandum of Association and Articles of Association are the two important documents of a company. As a commerce student, can you differentiate between these two documents?\u00a0(March – 2014)<\/span>
\nAnswer:
\nDifferences between Memorandum of Association and Articles of Association:<\/p>\n\n\n
\n Memorandum of Association<\/strong><\/td>\n Articles of Association<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n It defines the object for which the company is formed<\/td>\n They are rules of internal management of the company. They indicate how the objectives of the company are to be achieved<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n It is the main document of the company<\/td>\n It is a subsidiary document of the Memorandum of Association<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n It defines the relationship of the company with outsiders<\/td>\n It defines the relationship of the company with members<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Acts beyond the Memorandum of Association are invalid and cannot be ratified.<\/td>\n Acts beyond the Articles of Association can be ratified by the members. But they do not violate memorandum<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Filing of Memorandum is compulsory<\/td>\n Filing of Articles is not compulsory for public company<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Alteration of Memorandum is very difficult<\/td>\n It can be altered by passing a special resolution<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
\nName the person who carries out all the preliminary works to form a new company. Explain the functions performed by him. (August – 2014)<\/span>
\nAnswer:
\nPromoter.
\nFunctions of promoter:
\nPromotion:- Promotion is the first stage in the formation of a company. The identification of business opportunities, analysis of its prospects and initiating steps to form a joint stock company is called promotion.
\nThe person who undertakes to form a company is called promoter.<\/p>\n\n
\n
\nI am the principal document of a company. Who am I? Is it compulsory for all the companies to prepare for me? Explain my contents.\u00a0(August – 2014)<\/span>
\nAnswer:
\nMemorandum of Association: It is the charter or magnacarta of the company. It defines the objects of the company and provides the framework beyond which the company cannot operate. It lays down the relationship of the company with outside world. Memorandum of Association must be printed, divided into paragraphs, numbered consecutively. The Memorandum of Association must be signed by at least seven p’ersons in case of a public company and by two persons in case of a private company.
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\n1. The name clause: Under this clause the name of the company is mentioned. A company can select any name subject to the following restrictions.<\/p>\n\n
\nA joint-stock company cannot be formed without a\/ an ………… (March – 2015)<\/span>
\na) articles of association
\nb) memorandum of association
\nc) prospectus
\nd) Table A
\nAnswer:
\nMemorandum of Association<\/p>\n
\nState any three differences between Memorandum of Association and Articles of Association.\u00a0(March – 2015)<\/span>
\nAnswer:<\/p>\n\n\n
\n Memorandum of Association<\/strong><\/td>\n Articles of Association<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n It defines the object for which the company is formed<\/td>\n They are rules of internal management of the company. They indicate how the objectives of the company are to be achieved<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n It is the main document of the company<\/td>\n It is a subsidiary document of the Memorandum of Association<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n It defines the relationship of the company with outsiders<\/td>\n It defines the relationship of the company with members<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Acts beyond the Memorandum of Association are invalid and cannot be ratified.<\/td>\n Acts beyond the Articles of Association can be ratified by the members. But they do not violate memorandum<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Filing of Memorandum is compulsory<\/td>\n Filing of Articles is not compulsory for public company<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Alteration of Memorandum is very difficult<\/td>\n It can be altered by passing a special resolution<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
\nIt is often said that the Memorandum of Association and Articles of Association are the important documents of the company. Differentiate between these two documents. (Say – 2015)<\/span>
\nAnswer:
\nDifferences between Memorandum of Association & Articles of Refer 7.7<\/p>\n
\nMr. Nassar, a promoter wants to form a public company. What are the stages he has to follow for the formation of the company? Explain.\u00a0(Say – 2015)<\/span>
\nAnswer:
\nStages in the formation of the company<\/p>\n
\nName that part of the Memorandum of Association of a company in which the following details are mentioned.
\na) The purpose for which the company is formed. (March – 2016)<\/span>
\nb) Name of the company.
\nc) Nominal capital of the company.
\nAnswer:
\na) Object clause
\nb) Name clause
\nc) Capital Clause<\/p>\n
\nApart from conceiving the business idea, a promoter has to do a wide variety of activities. Write any three of them.\u00a0(March – 2016)<\/span>
\nAnswer:
\n1. Feasibility studies: After identifying a business opportunity, the promoters undertake some feasibility studies to determine the viability and profitability of the proposed activity.<\/p>\n\n
\n1. The first and foremost activity of a promoter is to identify a business opportunity.
\n2. Feasibility studies: After identifying a business opportunity, the promoters undertake some feasibility studies to determine the viability and profitability of the proposed activity.<\/p>\n\n
\nWhich document is issued by a public company for inviting the public for subscribing its shares? (September – 2016)<\/span>
\na) Prospectus
\nb) Table A
\nc) Memorandum of Association
\nd) Articles of Association
\nAnswer:
\nProspectus<\/p>\n
\nThis is the most important document for the registration of a company. It is the constitution of the company. It defines the objectives of the company.\u00a0(September – 2016)<\/span>
\na) Name the document.
\nb) Explain any five contents.
\nAnswer:
\na) Memorandum of Association
\nb) Memorandum of Association:<\/strong> It is the charter or magnacarta of the company. It defines the objects of the company and provides the framework beyond which the company cannot operate. It lays down the relationship of the company with outside world. Memorandum of Association must be printed, divided into paragraphs, numbered consecutively. The Memorandum of Association must be signed by at least seven persons in case of a public company and by two persons in case of a private company.
\n
\n1. The name clause: Under this clause the name of the company is mentioned. A company can select any name subject to the following restrictions.<\/p>\n\n