Question

What is the tenure for which an auditor can be appointed as per the Companies Act?

A For a total term of fifteen years Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
B An individual as auditor for one term of five consecutive years Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
C An audit firm as auditor for two terms of five consecutive years Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
D Either a or b or c Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
E Both b & c Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

Solution

Section 139.Appointment of auditors: (2) No listed company or a company belonging to such class or classes of companies as may be prescribed, shall appoint or re-appoint— (a) an individual as auditor for more than one term of five consecutive years; and (b) an audit firm as auditor for more than two terms of five consecutive years.

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