BCOC-135 · June 2023 · English

IGNOU BCOC-135 June 2023 Previous Year Question Paper

Company Law

Structured previous year question paper for BCOC-135, June 2023 session.

Max marks: 100 · Questions: 9

Verified: 29 Jul 2026

BACHELOR OF COMMERCE (B. COM.)

Term-End Examination

June, 2023

BCOC-135 : COMPANY LAW

Time : 3 Hours Maximum Marks : 100

Note :

(i) Answer any five questions.

(ii) All questions carry equal marks.

Q1.Define a public company. Distinguish between a public company and a private company. What are the steps necessary for conversion of private company into public company ? (2+10+8)

Q2.What is the meaning and purpose of Memorandum of Association ? Explain the various clauses which are included in the Memorandum of Association.

Q3.(a) What is Deemed Prospectus ? What are the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 with respect to deemed prospectus ? 10

(b) Explain shelf prospectus and red herring prospectus.

Q4.Explain the meaning, features and different types of debentures. (2+6+12)

Q5.What is allotment of sha res ? Explain the general and legal rules for the allotment of shares. (4+8+8)

Q6.(a) Differentiate between transfer and transmission of shares. 10

(b) Explain the various ways when a person may cease to be a member of a company.

Q7.Explain the liabilities of director s towards company, towards third party and criminal liability.

Q8.(a) Explain the different types of resolution s. For what purposes such resolutions are necessary ? 8+6

(b) Explain the rules regarding notice of general meeting. 6 [ 3 ]

Q9.Write notes on any two of the following : 10+10

(a) Winding up of a company

(b) Interim dividend

(c) Position of a Company Secretary

(d) Doctrine of Indoor Management 2023 -135

(ii) 2+10+8 2+6+12 4+8+8 8+6 BCOC–135 12,5

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