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    Question

    Which of the following is NOT correct about Equity and

    Preference share?
    A Dividend for preference shares is generally cumulative Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Equity shareholder enjoys higher preferential rights in matters of payment of dividend Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Preference shareholders enjoy higher preferential rights in matters of repayment of capital Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D All are incorrect Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E All of the above are correct Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Shares can be classified into two categories - Preference shares and equity shares. ·        Preference shares: According to Section 43 of Companies Act 2013, persons holding preference shares are assured of preferential dividend at a fixed rate during the life of the company. ·        Equity shares: Equity shares are those shares, which are not preference shares. It means they do not enjoy any preferential rights in the matter of payment of dividend or repayment of capital.

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