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Q101mediummcqCUET AccountancyCUET Accountancy 2025 15 May Shift 12026
While issuing the share capital for public subscription where there is no articles of association of its own, the following provisions of Table A will apply: (A) A period of one month must elapse between two calls.(B) The amount of call should not exceed 25% of the face value of the share.(C) A minimum of 7 days' notice is given to the shareholders to pay the amount.(D) Calls must be made on a uniform basis on all shares within the same class. Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Q102easymcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2025 14 May Shift 12026
High Light India Ltd. invited applications for 30,000 Shares of Rs. 100 each at a premium of Rs. 20 per share payable as follows:On Application Rs. 40 (including Rs.10 premium)On Allotment Rs. 30 (including Rs.10 premium)On First Call Rs. 30On Second and Final Call Rs. 20 Applications were received for 40,000 shares and pro-rata allotment was made on the application for 35,000 share. Excess application money was utilised towards allotment.Rohan to whom 600 shares were allotted failed to pay the allotment money and his shares were forfeited immediately after allotment.Aman who applied for 1,050 shares failed to pay first call and his share were forfeited immediately after first Call.Second and final call was made. All the money due on second call have been received.Of the shares forfeited, 1,000 share were reissued as fully paid-up for Rs. 80 per share, which included the whole of Aman's shares. Choose journal entries in the books of High Light India Ltd on receiving Application money :
Q103mediummcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2022 8 Aug Shift 22026
Amalgamation is a form of:
Q104mediummcqCUET AccountancyCUET Accountancy 2025 15 May Shift 12026
The director of Priya polymer Limited resolved that 200 equity shares of Rs. 100 each be forfeited for non-payment of the second and final call of Rs. 30 per share. Out of these, 150 shares were re-issued at Rs. 60 per share to Monit. The amount of capital reserve will be:
Q105easymcqCUET AccountancyCUET Accountancy 2025 15 May Shift 12026
The important steps in the procedure of share issue are :(A) The company issues the prospectus to the public.(B) The company has to get minimum subscription within 120 days from the date of the issue of the prospectus.(C) The prospective investors intending to subscribe the share capital of the company would make an application along with the application money.(D) Letters of allotment are sent to those whom the shares have been alloted, and letters of regret to those to whom no allotment has been made.Choose the correct sequence of steps from the options given below:
Q106mediummcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2022 30 Aug Shift 22026
Instructions: Read the passage carefully and answer the following questions 46-50) XYZ Ltd is registered with an authorised capital of Rs. lakh divided into lakh equity shares of Rs. each. The company is in manufacturing of pickles and spices. Due to the increase in demand of packed food in the market they decided to diversify its operation. For this purpose they decided to issue lakh equity share of Rs. each. The company issued equity shares to a vendor to supply the machinery required to manufacture the packed food. Rest of the equity shares were issued to general public for subscription. The application were received for equity shares. Due to undersubscription of equity shares the shares were not issued to public. In order to raise money by issuing the shares in the market the company must get applications for at least ____.
Q107easymcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2025 14 May Shift 22026
Match List-I with List-II concerning different types of corporate share capital definitions:List-I (Type of Capital)List-II (Definition)(A) Authorised Capital(i) It is that part of the subscribed capital which has been called up on the shares.(B) Issued Capital(ii) It is that part of the issued capital which has been actually subscribed by the public.(C) Subscribed Capital(iii) It is that part of the authorised capital which is actually issued to the public for subscription.(D) Called up Capital(iv) The amount of share capital which a company is authorised to issue by its Memorandum of Association.Choose the correct matching sequence from the options below:
Q108easymcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2022 8 Aug Shift 22026
As per Companies Act, 2013, a one person company is a:
Q109mediummcqCUET AccountancyCUET Accountancy 2025 15 May Shift 12026
Securities Premium Account can be used only for the following purposes:(A) To issue partly paid bonus shares to the extent not exceeding unissued share capital of the company;(B). Buy back of own shares.(C). To write-off the expenses of, or commission paid, or discount allowed on any securities of the company;(D). To pay premium on the redemption of preference shares or debentures of the company.Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Q110easymcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2025 14 May Shift 22026
Jain and Co. purchased a machine from Young Life Machine Limited for . As per the purchase agreement, was paid in cash and the balance was settled by the issue of shares of each at a premium of . How many shares were issued by Jain and Co.?
Q111easymcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2023 28 May Shift 12026
Match List - I with List - II.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Q112easymcqCUET AccountancyCUET Accountancy 2025 15 May Shift 12026
On January 1, 2024, the Director of X Ltd. issued for public subscription 50,000 equity shares of Rs. 10 each at Rs. 12 per share payable, Rs. 5 on application (including premium), Rs. 4 on allotment and the balance on call on May 01, 2024. The issue was closed on February 10, 2024 by which date applications for 70,000 shares were received. Of the cash received Rs. 40,000 was returned and Rs. 60,000 was applied to the amount due on allotment, the balance of which was paid on February 16, 2024. All the shareholders paid the call due on May 01, 2024 with the exception of an allottee of 500 shares. These shares were forfeited on September 29, 2024 and reissued as fully paid at Rs. 8 per share on November 01, 2024. The company, as a matter of policy, does not maintain a calls-in-arrears account.What amount will be credited to Equity Share Application Account on February 10, 2024?
Q113mediummcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2022 23 Aug Shift 2 PYQs2026
Match List - I with List - II.List - I ||| List - II(A) Share forfeiture ||| (I) Cr. share capital(B) Shares reissued ||| (II) Dr. share capital(C) Excess application money refunded ||| (III) Dr. Bank A/c(D) Calls money received ||| (IV) Cr. Bank A/cChoose the correct answer from the options given below :
Q114easymcqCUET AccountancyCUET Accountancy 2025 15 May Shift 12026
Minimum subscription is the minimum amount that, in the opinion of directors, must be raised to meet the needs of business operations of the company relating to: (A) The price of any property purchased, or to be purchased, which has to be met wholly or partly out of the proceeds of issue;(B) Preliminary expenses payable by the company and any commission payable in connection with the issue of shares;(C) Working capital;(D) Any other expenditure required for the usual conduct of business operations Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Q115mediummcqCUET AccountancyCUET Accountancy 2025 15 May Shift 12026
On January 1, 2024, the Director of X Ltd. issued for public subscription 50,000 equity shares of Rs. 10 each at Rs. 12 per share payable, Rs. 5 on application (including premium), Rs. 4 on allotment and the balance on call on May 01, 2024. The issue was closed on February 10, 2024 by which date applications for 70,000 shares were received. Of the cash received Rs. 40,000 was returned and Rs. 60,000 was applied to the amount due on allotment, the balance of which was paid on February 16, 2024. All the shareholders paid the call due on May 01, 2024 with the exception of an allottee of 500 shares. These shares were forfeited on September 29, 2024 and reissued as fully paid at Rs. 8 per share on November 01, 2024. The company, as a matter of policy, does not maintain a calls-in-arrears account.What is the amount of Profit on reissue of Forfeited Shares Accounts transferred to capital reserve?
Q116easymcqCUET AccountancyCUET Accountancy 2025 15 May Shift 12026
On January 1, 2024, the Director of X Ltd. issued for public subscription 50,000 equity shares of Rs. 10 each at Rs. 12 per share payable, Rs. 5 on application (including premium), Rs. 4 on allotment and the balance on call on May 01, 2024. The issue was closed on February 10, 2024 by which date applications for 70,000 shares were received. Of the cash received Rs. 40,000 was returned and Rs. 60,000 was applied to the amount due on allotment, the balance of which was paid on February 16, 2024. All the shareholders paid the call due on May 01, 2024 with the exception of an allottee of 500 shares. These shares were forfeited on September 29, 2024 and reissued as fully paid at Rs. 8 per share on November 01, 2024. The company, as a matter of policy, does not maintain a calls-in-arrears account.On Reissue of 500 forfeited shares as fully paid at Rs. 8 per share, what amount will be debited to Shares Forfeiture Account?
Q117mediummcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2022 8 Aug Shift 22026
Premium on issue of shares can be used for:
Q118easymcqCUET AccountancyCUET Accountancy 2025 15 May Shift 12026
On January 1, 2024, the Director of X Ltd. issued for public subscription 50,000 equity shares of Rs. 10 each at Rs. 12 per share payable, Rs. 5 on application (including premium), Rs. 4 on allotment and the balance on call on May 01, 2024. The issue was closed on February 10, 2024 by which date applications for 70,000 shares were received. Of the cash received Rs. 40,000 was returned and Rs. 60,000 was applied to the amount due on allotment, the balance of which was paid on February 16, 2024. All the shareholders paid the call due on May 01, 2024 with the exception of an allottee of 500 shares. These shares were forfeited on September 29, 2024 and reissued as fully paid at Rs. 8 per share on November 01, 2024. The company, as a matter of policy, does not maintain a calls-in-arrears account.What is the amount of excess application money credited to share allotment and money refunded on rejected application in totality?
Q119easymcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2023 28 May Shift 12026
Match List - I with List - II.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Q120easymcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy2026
It is available only for the creditors on winding up of the company.
Q121mediummcqCUET AccountancyCUET Accountancy 2025 15 May Shift 12026
On January 1, 2024, the Director of X Ltd. issued for public subscription 50,000 equity shares of Rs. 10 each at Rs. 12 per share payable, Rs. 5 on application (including premium), Rs. 4 on allotment and the balance on call on May 01, 2024. The issue was closed on February 10, 2024 by which date applications for 70,000 shares were received. Of the cash received Rs. 40,000 was returned and Rs. 60,000 was applied to the amount due on allotment, the balance of which was paid on February 16, 2024. All the shareholders paid the call due on May 01, 2024 with the exception of an allottee of 500 shares. These shares were forfeited on September 29, 2024 and reissued as fully paid at Rs. 8 per share on November 01, 2024. The company, as a matter of policy, does not maintain a calls-in-arrears account.On Forfeiture of 500 shares for non-payment of call money, what amount will be credited to Shares Forfeiture Account?
Q122mediummcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2023 29 May Shift 22026
According to Section 68 of the Companies Act, 2013, a company can buy back its own shares when which of the following conditions is satisfied?
Q123mediummcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy2026
Where a company does not register its own Articles of Association (AoA), which of the following provisions applies regarding calls on shares as per Table F (referred to as Table A in older Companies Act text variants)?
Q124mediummcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2022 8 Aug Shift 22026
As per the Companies Act, 1956, a company shall hold the first meeting of board of directors within how many days of the date of its incorporation?
Q125mediummcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy2026
Match List-I with List-II:List-IList-II(A) Calls in Advance A/c Dr.To Particular Call A/c(I) For Interest due on Calls in Advance(B) Interest on Calls in Advance A/c Dr.To Sundry Shareholders' A/c(II) For Interest Paid on Calls in Advance(C) Sundry Shareholders' A/c Dr.To Bank A/c(III) Calls in advance adjusted with the call money due(D) Bank A/c Dr.To Calls in Arrears A/cTo Interest on Calls in Arrears A/c(IV) Calls in arrears received with interestChoose the correct answer from the options given below:
Q126easymcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2023 29 May Shift 22026
Based on the following passage, answer questions from 41 to 45:A Ltd with an Authorised Capital of is divided into shares of each, issued shares at a premium of per share payable as follows:On Application: per shareOn Allotment: per share (including premium)On First and Final call: Balance amountApplications were received for shares and the directors allotted shares to all on a proportionate (pro-rata) basis. All money was received except the first and final call from Hari who had applied for shares. His shares were forfeited and later half of his forfeited shares were reissued at per share as fully paid up.Question: Identify the total number of shares with which A Ltd is registered.
Q127easymcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy2026
Zomato Ltd. decided to offer 10% of its issued capital to its employees at a price lower than its market value. The scheme adopted by Zomato Ltd. is known as an:
Q128easymcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2022 23 Aug Shift 2 PYQs2026
If a share of Rs. on which Rs. has been paid is forfeited, at what minimum price can it be reissued ?
Q129easymcqCUET AccountancyCUET Accountancy 2025 16 May Shift 12026
What is the alternate name for "Registered Capital" of a company?
Q130hardmcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2023 29 May Shift 22026
Based on the following passage, answer questions from 41 to 45:A Ltd with an Authorised Capital of is divided into shares of each, issued shares at a premium of per share payable as follows:On Application: per shareOn Allotment: per share (including premium)On First and Final call: Balance amountApplications were received for shares and the directors allotted shares to all on a proportionate (pro-rata) basis. All money was received except the first and final call from Hari who had applied for shares. His shares were forfeited and later half of his forfeited shares were reissued at per share as fully paid up.Question: Select the total gross cash amount received by the bank specifically from the reissue of Hari's shares.
Q131easymcqCUET AccountancyCUET Accountancy 2025 16 May Shift 12026
Arrange the given components of Share Capital in the correct hierarchical sequence as they appear within the Notes to Accounts on Share Capital in a corporate Balance Sheet:(A) Issued Capital(B) Subscribed and fully paid(C) Subscribed and not fully paid(D) Authorised capitalChoose the correct answer from the options given below:
Q132easymcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2022 8 Aug Shift 22026
Who from the following regularly attends the office of a company?
Q133easymcqCUET AccountancyCUET Accountancy 2025 16 May Shift 12026
When a newly formed public company does not register its own customized Articles of Association (AoA), the standard operational guidelines of which regulatory Table from Schedule I of the Companies Act, 2013 will apply automatically?
Q134mediummcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2023 29 May Shift 22026
Based on the following passage, answer questions from 41 to 45:A Ltd with an Authorised Capital of is divided into shares of each, issued shares at a premium of per share payable as follows:On Application: per shareOn Allotment: per share (including premium)On First and Final call: Balance amountApplications were received for shares and the directors allotted shares to all on a proportionate (pro-rata) basis. All money was received except the first and final call from Hari who had applied for shares. His shares were forfeited and later half of his forfeited shares were reissued at per share as fully paid up.Question: The balance, if any, left in the share forfeited account relating strictly to the reissued shares, should be transferred to which account?
Q135mediummcqCUET AccountancyCUET Accountancy 2025 16 May Shift 12026
Comprehension:Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions that follow. Ltd. issued shares to the public having a Face Value of ₹ at a premium. The money is receivable as follows:Application = ₹ (including premium)Allotment = ₹ First and Final call = Remaining amountThe public applied for shares. The company rejected applications for shares and made a pro-rata allotment to the remaining applicants. A shareholder who had applied for shares failed to pay the allotment and call money, and his shares were subsequently forfeited by the company. Later, these forfeited shares were reissued at ₹ each as fully paid.What is the amount to be credited to the Calls-in-Arrears Account at the time of forfeiture?
Q136mediummcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2022 30 Aug Shift 22026
Instructions: Read the passage carefully and answer the following questions 46-50) XYZ Ltd is registered with an authorised capital of Rs. lakh divided into lakh equity shares of Rs. each. The company is in manufacturing of pickles and spices. Due to the increase in demand of packed food in the market they decided to diversify its operation. For this purpose they decided to issue lakh equity share of Rs. each. The company issued equity shares to a vendor to supply the machinery required to manufacture the packed food. Rest of the equity shares were issued to general public for subscription. The application were received for equity shares. Due to undersubscription of equity shares the shares were not issued to public. If the company is unable to get minimum subscription, the shares cannot be issued and the amount must be refunded within 8 days from the date of closure. If not, company shall be liable to pay ______ interest p.a.
Q137mediummcqCUET AccountancyCUET Accountancy 2025 16 May Shift 12026
Comprehension:Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions that follow. Ltd. issued shares to the public having a Face Value of ₹ at a premium. The money is receivable as follows:Application = ₹ (including premium)Allotment = ₹ First and Final call = Remaining amountThe public applied for shares. The company rejected applications for shares and made a pro-rata allotment to the remaining applicants. A shareholder who had applied for shares failed to pay the allotment and call money, and his shares were subsequently forfeited by the company. Later, these forfeited shares were reissued at ₹ each as fully paid.What is the amount of discount per share allowed by the company at the time of reissue of the forfeited shares?
Q138mediummcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2023 11 June Shift 32026
State the correct order of categories of Share Capital as shown in 'Notes to Accounts' of Balance Sheet of a company.(A) Subscribed and Fully paid up Capital(B) Issued Capital(C) Subscribed but not fully paid up Capital(D) Authorised Capital(E) Share forfeited AccountChoose the correct answer from the options given below:
Q139mediummcqCUET AccountancyCUET Accountancy 2025 16 May Shift 12026
Comprehension:Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions that follow. Ltd. issued shares to the public having a Face Value of ₹ at a premium. The money is receivable as follows:Application = ₹ (including premium)Allotment = ₹ First and Final call = Remaining amountThe public applied for shares. The company rejected applications for shares and made a pro-rata allotment to the remaining applicants. A shareholder who had applied for shares failed to pay the allotment and call money, and his shares were subsequently forfeited by the company. Later, these forfeited shares were reissued at ₹ each as fully paid.Assuming all other shareholders paid their due amounts, the final total balance of the Securities Premium Account shown under the sub-head 'Reserves and Surplus' will be:
Q140mediummcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2022 20 July Shift 12026
PQR Ltd. issued 40,000 Equity shares of Rs. 10 each at par payable Rs. 3 on application, Rs. 4 on allotment and balance on first and final call. Applications were received for 1,10,000 shares. Applications for 20,000 shares were refused and allotment was made prorata to remaining applicants. Amount received on allotment is:
Q141easymcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2025 22 May Shift 12026
Which of the following is incorrect about the minimum subscription?Minimum subscription is the minimum amount that, in the opinion of directors, must be raised to meet the needs of business operations of the company relating to:
Q142mediummcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2023 11 June Shift 32026
The paid up share capital of "One Person Company" cannot be more than:
Q143easymcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2025 22 May Shift 12026
Gupta Ltd. issued 1,000 equity shares of each as fully paid-up, to the vendor, in consideration of the purchase of plant and machinery worth . Which of the following entry will be recorded in the company's journal for it?
Q144mediummcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2022 23 Aug Shift 2 PYQs2026
Securities Premium Reserve as per section 52(2) of the companies Act 2013 can be used :(A) To write-off preliminary expenses of the company(B) To issue fully paid bonus shares to the extent not exceeding unissued share capital of the company(C) To pay premium on the redemption of preference shares or debentures(D) To write off discount allowed on the goods sold on creditChoose the correct answer from the options given below :
Q145mediummcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2025 22 May Shift 12026
Which statements are correct about capital reserve?(A) It is necessary to create capital reserves out of capital profits, if any.
(B) It cannot be used to issue bonus shares.
(C) It can be used to write off capital losses or to issue bonus shares any time during the lifetime of the company.
(D) It is not shown on the company balance sheet.Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Q146mediummcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2023 20 June Shift 22026
Arrange the following legal requirements and processes in the correct logical order for a corporate "Buyback of Shares".A. The Articles of Association must explicitly authorize the buyback of shares.B. The entire buyback process must be completed within 12 months from the date of passing the resolution.C. The post-buyback debt-to-equity ratio must not exceed .D. A Special Resolution must be passed during the general meeting.E. A formal Declaration of Solvency must be filed with the Registrar of Companies and SEBI.Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Q147easymcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2025 22 May Shift 12026
As per Table F, the rate of interest provided on calls in advance can't exceed ........... p.a?
Q148easymcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2022 20 July Shift 12026
Arrange the following steps as per the procedure of issue of shares:(a) Receipt of applications(b) Allotment of shares(c) Reissue of forfeited shares(d) Issue of prospectus(e) Forfeiture of sharesChoose the correct answer from the options given below:
Q149easymcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2025 22 May Shift 12026
What does 'E' stand for in ESOP?
Q150easymcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2023 20 June Shift 22026
The net balance of the Share Forfeiture Account is presented in the Balance Sheet under which item?
Q151easymcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2025 22 May Shift 12026
Which company doesn't restrict the right to transfer its shares?
Q152easymcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2022 30 Aug Shift 22026
Instructions: Read the passage carefully and answer the following questions 46-50)XYZ Ltd is registered with an authorised capital of Rs. lakh divided into lakh equity shares of Rs. each. The company is in manufacturing of pickles and spices. Due to the increase in demand of packed food in the market they decided to diversify its operation. For this purpose they decided to issue lakh equity share of Rs. each. The company issued equity shares to a vendor to supply the machinery required to manufacture the packed food. Rest of the equity shares were issued to general public for subscription. The application were received for equity shares. Due to undersubscription of equity shares the shares were not issued to public. The company issued equity shares of Rs. each to vendor. After issuing them the shares the vendor will be considered as:
Q153easymcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2025 22 May Shift 22026
It is to be noted that 'minimum subscription' of capital cannot be less than _________ of the issued amount according to SEBI Guidelines (Disclosure and Investor Protection).
Q154easymcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2023 20 June Shift 22026
According to regulatory guidelines, receiving the minimum subscription of of the entire public issue must be completed within how many days from the date of issue of the prospectus?
Q155easymcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2025 3 June Shift 22026
There must be an interval of how many months between the making of two calls unless otherwise provided by the articles of association of the company?
Q156mediummcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2022 20 July Shift 12026
Match List - I with List - II
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Q157easymcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2025 22 May Shift 22026
Arrange the following steps related to the issue of shares in proper sequence.(A) Allotment of Shares(B) Receipt of Applications(C) Issue of Prospectus(D) Share callsChoose the correct answer from the options given below:
Q158mediummcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2023 20 June Shift 22026
\textbf{Case Study Description:}Review the share allotment data for Eicher Ltd. to answer the questions:Eicher Ltd. issued equity shares of each at a premium of per share, payable as follows:\begin{itemize}\item On Application: per share\item On Allotment: per share (including Premium)\item On First Call: per share (including Premium)\item On Final Call: Balance amount\end{itemize}Applications were received for shares. The Directors allotted shares on a pro-rata basis to applicants who applied for shares, rejecting the remaining applications. The excess application money received was adjusted against the amount due on allotment. All amounts due were received except for the first call from Rahul, who had applied for shares. His shares were forfeited immediately after the non-payment of the first call. These forfeited shares were later reissued at the minimum possible reissue price.Calculate the amount credited to the Bank account on account of the refund sent to rejected applicants:
Q159easymcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2025 24 May Shift 12026
According to Sec 2 (62) of Companies Act, 2013, the maximum amount of paidup share capital of an OPC is:
Q160mediummcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2022 23 Aug Shift 2 PYQs2026
All of them are shown under the sub-heading 'Reserve and Surplus' except :
Q161mediummcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2025 24 May Shift 12026
Match List-I with List-IIList-I (Allotment Stage)List-II (Journal Entry)(A) For Transfer of Application Money(I) Share Application A/c Dr. To Bank A/c(B) For Money Refunded on Rejected Application(II) Bank A/c Dr. To Share Allotment A/c(C) For Amount Due on Allotment(III) Share Application A/c Dr. To Share Capital A/c(D) For Receipt of Allotment Money(IV) Share Allotment A/c Dr. To Share Capital A/cChoose the correct answer from the options given below:
Q162easymcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2023 20 June Shift 22026
\textbf{Case Study Description:}Review the share allotment data for Eicher Ltd. to answer the questions:Eicher Ltd. issued equity shares of each at a premium of per share, payable as follows:\begin{itemize}\item On Application: per share\item On Allotment: per share (including Premium)\item On First Call: per share (including Premium)\item On Final Call: Balance amount\end{itemize}Applications were received for shares. The Directors allotted shares on a pro-rata basis to applicants who applied for shares, rejecting the remaining applications. The excess application money received was adjusted against the amount due on allotment. All amounts due were received except for the first call from Rahul, who had applied for shares. His shares were forfeited immediately after the non-payment of the first call. These forfeited shares were later reissued at the minimum possible reissue price.Identify the ratio in which the shares were allotted on a pro-rata basis:
Q163mediummcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2025 24 May Shift 12026
Which of the following statements about share capital is TRUE?(A) A company's shares are generally transferable.(B) Share application account is a personal account.(C) The part of capital which is called up only on winding up of a company is called reserve capital.(D) Paid up capital can exceed called up capital.Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Q164hardmcqCUET AccountancyCUET Accountancy 16 July Shift 22026
Case Study Information:Moonrise Co. is authorized with a Share Capital of ₹5,00,000. It issued 10,000 equity shares of ₹12 each (Face Value ₹10 + Premium ₹2).The money was payable as:₹4 on Application₹4 on Allotment (including premium of ₹2)₹4 on 1st and final callApplications were received for 12,000 shares and the directors decided to make a pro-rata allotment. Mr. Rashidi, an applicant for 120 shares, failed to pay the allotment and call money. Mr. Shantanu, a holder of 200 shares, failed to pay the call money. All these shares were forfeited. Out of the forfeited shares, 150 shares (including all of Rashidi's shares) were reissued at ₹8 per share.Question: The amount of Securities Premium Reserve to be debited at the time of forfeiture of shares will be:
Q165easymcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2025 24 May Shift 12026
According to standard company procedures and regulatory guidance, a minimum period of how many month/months must elapse between two calls?
Q166mediummcqAccountancyCUET UG 2024 Accountancy Question Paper (17-May-2024) (Shift 3)2026
If a delay occurs beyond days in refunding the subscription amount, failing to gather the minimum subscription, from the date of closure of the subscription list, the company shall be liable for interest at the rate of:
Q167mediummcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2025 24 May Shift 12026
A share having a face value of , on which is called-up and is paid, is forfeited. State the amount with which the Share Capital account will be debited.
Q168mediummcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2022 23 Aug Shift 2 PYQs2026
Raj Ltd. was registered with equity shares. They issued equity shares @ each payable as follow :On Application Rs. per shareOn Allotment Rs. per shareand Balance on callsThe issue was over subscribed by shares. The directors decided upon making prorata allotment to shares while remaining were returned.Amount to be returned to the applicants due to non-allotment of shares will be :
Q169easymcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2025 24 May Shift 12026
According to 'Table F' of Schedule I of Companies Act 2013, interest on calls-in-arrears is charged at a maximum rate of:
Q170easymcqCUET AccountancyCUET Accountancy 2025 30 May Shift 22026
Shares can be forfeited:
Q171mediummcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2025 24 May Shift 12026
According to Section 52(2) of the Companies Act, 2013, the amount of Securities Premium can be used only for the following purposes:(A) To write off preliminary expenses.(B) To make partly paid shares as fully paid up.(C) To issue fully paid bonus shares.(D) Purchase of its own shares (Buyback).Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Q172easymcqCUET AccountancyCUET Accountancy 16 July Shift 22026
Case Study Information (Questions 46-50):Moonrise Co. is authorized with a Share Capital of ₹5,00,000. It issued 10,000 equity shares of ₹12 each (Face Value ₹10 + Premium ₹2).The money was payable as:₹4 on Application₹4 on Allotment (including premium of ₹2)₹4 on 1st and final callApplications were received for 12,000 shares and the directors decided to make a pro-rata allotment. Mr. Rashidi, an applicant for 120 shares, failed to pay the allotment and call money. Mr. Shantanu, a holder of 200 shares, failed to pay the call money. All these shares were forfeited. Out of the forfeited shares, 150 shares (including all of Rashidi's shares) were reissued at ₹8 per share.Question: The Balance Sheet of the company will show the authorized capital of the company as:
Q173easymcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2025 24 May Shift 12026
According to the Companies Act 2013, while issuing shares, the application money should be at least ______ of the face value of the share.
Q174mediummcqCUET AccountancyCUET Accountancy 2025 13 May Shift 12026
Which of the following statements are correct?(A) A company is an artificial person.(B) Company's shares are generally transferable.(C) Paid-up capital can exceed called-up capital.(D) The part of capital which is called up only on winding up is called reserve capital.Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Q175mediummcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy2026
Match List-I with List-II:List-IList-II(A) Restricts the right to transfer its shares(I) OPC(B) A company which is a subsidiary of a public company(II) Private Company(C) A company which has only one person as a member(III) Perpetual Succession(D) Members may come and go but the company continues(IV) Public CompanyChoose the correct answer from the options given below:
Q176mediummcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2022 20 Aug Shift 22026
Correct sequence of issue of shares is -A. Receipt of ApplicationB. Issue of ProspectusC. Letter of Allotment of SharesD. Letter of RegretChoose the correct answer from the options given below:
Q177mediummcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy2026
Identify the false statements with regard to a company:(A) A company is an artificial person.(B) Company's shares are generally transferable.(C) Every member of a company is entitled to take part in its management.(D) The director of a company is always a shareholder.Choose the correct option:
Q178easymcqCUET AccountancyCUET Accountancy 2025 13 May Shift 12026
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a corporate company structure?
Q179mediummcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy2026
The balance of the Share Forfeiture Account is disclosed in the company's Balance Sheet under which sub-head?
Q180easymcqCUET AccountancyCUET Accountancy 16 July Shift 22026
Identify the correct sequence of steps in the process of the Issue of Shares:A. Making allotment of sharesB. Issue of ProspectusC. Forfeiture of sharesD. Receiving applications for sharesE. Making callsChoose the correct answer from the options given below:
Q181mediummcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy2026
According to the provisions of SEBI guidelines and the historical timelines of the Companies Act, a company must secure its minimum subscription within how many days from the date of opening the issue?
Q182easymcqCUET AccountancyCUET Accountancy 2025 13 May Shift 12026
Which section of the Indian Companies Act, 2013 clarifies the legal classification of share capital into Equity shares and Preference shares?
Q183easymcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy2026
Match List-I with List-II:List-I (Feature)List-II (Description)(A) Separate Legal Entity(I) A company being a legal person can enter into contracts and can enforce the contractual rights against others.(B) Perpetual Succession(II) It can hold and deal with any type of property, it can enter into contracts and even open a bank account in its own name.(C) Common Seal(III) The company being an artificial person created by law continues to exist irrespective of the changes in its membership.(D) May Sue or be Sued(IV) The company being an artificial person, cannot sign its name by itself.Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Q184easymcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2022 30 Aug Shift 22026
What is the correct sequence of allotment of sharesA. Allotment money receivedB. Inviting applications from investorsC. Allotment DueD. Application money ReceivedE. Share Call Money DueChoose the correct answer from the options given below :
Q185mediummcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy2026
The balance in the securities premium account cannot be used for which of the following purposes?
Q186mediummcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2025 13 May Shift 22026
Consider the following statements regarding a joint-stock company:(A) A company's shares are generally freely transferable.(B) Shareholders of a company are personally liable for the acts of the company.(C) The director of a company must always be a shareholder.(D) Paid-up capital can exceed called-up capital.Note: This question was dropped from the official key due to errors in statement designs. Let's evaluate the correct conceptual stance.
Q187easymcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy2026
Arrange the following in the correct chronological order for the issue of shares:(A) Share forfeiture(B) Share Application(C) Share Allotment(D) Unpaid CallChoose the correct answer from the options given below:
Q188mediummcqCUET AccountancyCUET Accountancy 16 July Shift 22026
Case Study Information:Moonrise Co. is authorized with a Share Capital of ₹5,00,000. It issued 10,000 equity shares of ₹12 each (Face Value ₹10 + Premium ₹2).The money was payable as:₹4 on Application₹4 on Allotment (including premium of ₹2)₹4 on 1st and final callApplications were received for 12,000 shares and the directors decided to make a pro-rata allotment. Mr. Rashidi, an applicant for 120 shares, failed to pay the allotment and call money. Mr. Shantanu, a holder of 200 shares, failed to pay the call money. All these shares were forfeited. Out of the forfeited shares, 150 shares (including all of Rashidi's shares) were reissued at ₹8 per share.Question: The total amount of Securities Premium Reserve credited at the time of the allotment of shares will be:
Q189mediummcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy2026
Which of the following statements is incorrect?A private company is one which by its articles of association:
Q190easymcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2025 14 May Shift 12026
A company failed to receive on First and final Call. Interest on calls in arrears is charged according to 'Table F' at:
Q191mediummcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy2026
Choose the wrong statements about a joint-stock company:(A) A company is an artificial person.(B) The company's shares are generally transferable.(C) Shareholders of a company are liable for the acts of the company.(D) Every member of a company is entitled to take part in its management.Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Q192mediummcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2022 20 Aug Shift 22026
The Directors of Tivoli Plastics Ltd. resolved that equity shares of Rs. each be Forfeited for non-payment of the second and final call of Rs. per share. Out of these, shares were reissued at Rs. per share as fully paid-up. How much amount will be transferred to Capital Reserve Account?
Q193mediummcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2025 14 May Shift 12026
Arrange the following capitals in correct sequence as they appears in notes to account-(A) Subscribed and Not Fully paid-up(B) Subscribed and Fully paid-up(C) Issued Capital(D) Nominal CapitalChoose the correct answer from the options given below:
Q194easymcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2022 30 Aug Shift 22026
Instructions: Read the passage carefully and answer the following questions 46-50) XYZ Ltd is registered with an authorised capital of Rs. lakh divided into lakh equity shares of Rs. each. The company is in manufacturing of pickles and spices. Due to the increase in demand of packed food in the market they decided to diversify its operation. For this purpose they decided to issue lakh equity share of Rs. each. The company issued equity shares to a vendor to supply the machinery required to manufacture the packed food. Rest of the equity shares were issued to general public for subscription. The application were received for equity shares. Due to undersubscription of equity shares the shares were not issued to public. The process of issuing shares to a vendor in exchange of any asset is known as:
Q195mediummcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2022 30 Aug Shift 22026
What is the correct sequence of types of capital in company's Balance sheet while preparing notes to accounts.A. Issued CapitalB. Subscribed and fully paid up capitalC. Share forfeited BalanceD. Authorised CapitalE. Subscribed but not fully paid up capital Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Q196easymcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2022 30 Aug Shift 22026
Instructions: Read the passage carefully and answer the following questions 46-50) XYZ Ltd is registered with an authorised capital of Rs. lakh divided into lakh equity shares of Rs. each. The company is in manufacturing of pickles and spices. Due to the increase in demand of packed food in the market they decided to diversify its operation. For this purpose they decided to issue lakh equity share of Rs. each. The company issued equity shares to a vendor to supply the machinery required to manufacture the packed food. Rest of the equity shares were issued to general public for subscription. The application were received for equity shares. Due to undersubscription of equity shares the shares were not issued to public.The following refer to the maximum amount of share capitals issued by a company in its life times except:
Q197easymcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2022 23 Aug Shift 2 PYQs2026
Uncalled capital that can be called up only in event of winding up of the company is called :
Q198mediummcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2022 8 Aug Shift 22026
Which from the following is also known as 'Vertical Organisation'?
Q199mediummcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy 2023 28 May Shift 12026
Match List - I with List - II according to SEBI Guidelines and the Companies Act, 2013:
\begin{array}{|l|l|} \hline \textbf{List - I} & \textbf{List - II} \\ \hline \text{(A) Application money must be at least \_\_\_\_% of the face value of the share} & \text{(I) } 25\% \\ \text{(B) The amount of a single Call should not exceed \_\_\_\_% of the face value of the share} & \text{(II) } 90\% \\ \text{(C) Minimum subscription cannot be less than \_\_\_\_% of the issued amount under SEBI guidelines} & \text{(III) } 10\% \\ \text{(D) Max interest charged on call-in-arrears under Table F is @ \_\_\_\_% p.a.} & \text{(IV) } 5\% \\ \hline \end{array}
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Q200easymcqAccountancyCUET Accountancy2026
Arrange the following in the correct sequence related to the issue of shares:(A) Letters of allotment and letters of regret are sent(B) Prospective investors make an application along with the application money(C) The company issues the prospectus to the public(D) Subsequent installments are calledChoose the correct answer from the options given below:

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