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AP Inter 1st Year Commerce 6th Lesson Fundamental Aspects of Joint Stock Company Questions and Answers

Fill in the Blanks

Question 1.
The capital of a company is divided into small units is called __________
Answer:
Shares

Question 2.
The members who invest their money by purchasing the shares of a company are known as __________
Answer:
Shareholders

Question 3.
A company comes into existence when it is registered under Indian Companies Act or any previous company acts.
Answer:
2013

Question 4.
The elected representatives of the company who manage the day-to-day affairs of the company are called __________
Answer:
Board of Directors

Question 5.
East India Company is an example of a __________ company.
Answer:
Chartered company

Question 6.
A company created by special act of the parliament or legislature of any state is called a __________ company.
Answer:
Statutory company

Question 7.
The minimum paid up capital of a private company is __________
Answer:
Rs. 1,00,000/-

Question 8.
The minimum paid-up capital of public company is __________
Answer:
Rs. 5,00,000/-

Question 9.
A company which controls the management of another company is called a __________ company.
Answer:
Holding company

Question 10.
A private company must suffix its name __________
Answer:
private limited

Very Short Answer Questions

Question 1.
Joint Stock Company.
Answer:
A joint stock company or simply a company is a voluntary association of individuals formed to undertake a large-scale business activity. It is established by law and can be dissolved by law. The company has a separate legal existence so that even if its members die, the company remains in existence. Its members contribute money for a common purpose. The money so contributed constitutes the capital of the company. The capital of the company is divided into small units called shares. Since members invest their money by purchasing the shares from the company, they are known as share holders and the capital of the company is known as share capital.

Question 2.
Government Company.
Answer:
Government Company : Any company in which not less than 51 percent of the paid-up share capital is held by the central Government and or by any State Government or State Governments is called a “Government Company”.
Ex : BEL, ONGC, NTPC are the examples of Government Company.

Question 3.
Statutory Company.
Answer:
Statutory companies are those, which are started under the special act of parliament. Public utility concerns like railways, electricity etc are in corporated by special acts of parliament.
Ex : SBI, RBI established under Banking companies act -1949, New India assurance company is established under insurance companies act – 1956.

Question 4.
Chartered Company.
Answer:
Chartered companies are those which are started under a special charter of a king. Several companies were started in England under Royal charter in 17th century. The charter defined their powers.
Ex : East India Company.

In India such type of company does not exist because there is no monarchy.

Question 5.
One person company.
Answer:
As per the companies act 2013 one person company (OPC) means “a company which has only one person as member”. This is a company in which only one man hold the whole share capital of the company.

Question 6.
Holding Company.
Answer:
Where one company contrails the management for another company, the controlling company is called “Holding Company”.
Ex : If company A holds more than 51% of paid up share capital of company B, the company A is called Holding Company.

Question 7.
Subsidiary Company.
Answer:
When one company controls the management of another company, the company so controlled is called as subsidiary company. For example if company ‘A’ holds more than 51% of paid up share capital of company ‘B’. ‘B’ is called a subsidiary company.

Question 8.
Private Company.
Answer:
A private company is a very suitable form for carrying on the business of family and small concerns. It is registered under the companies act, 2013 or any previous company law. According to section 2(68) of the companies act, 2013 a private company has the following feature :

1. The minimum paid up capital is Rs. 1,00,000.
2. The minimum number of members is 2.
3. The maximum number of members is 200.
4. It is prohibited from issuing of shares to the public.
5. It is prohibited from transfer of shares.

Question 9.
Public Company.
Answer:
It is a suitable form of company for carrying on the business on a large scale, involving a huge amount of capital. According to section 2(71) of companies act of 2013, a public company has the following features.

1. The minimum paid up capital is Rs. 5,00,000.
2. The minimum number of members is 7.
3. The maximum number of members is unlimited. Such a company must us the word “Ltd” as part of its name.

A public company must write public limited or simply limited after its name. Steel Authority of India limited, Bajaj Auto Limited, Reliance Industries Limited and Hindustan Lever Limited are the examples of public companies.

Question 10.
Company Limited by Guarantee.
Answer:
This type of company can be defined as a company having the liability of its members limited by its memorandum to such amount as the members may respectively undertake to contribute to the assets of the company in the event of its being wound up. The amount guaranteed by each member cannot be demanded until the company is wound up. Companies limited by guarantee are very few, as they are non-trading companies.

Question 11.
Foreign Company.
Answer:
It is company incorporated outside India and has place of business. The term ‘place of business’ does not mean agency business in India. It may be noted that even if, all the shareholders of a company are Indian citizens, it will still be called “foreign company” if it is registered outside India.

Question 12.
Multi National Company.
Answer:
Such companies extend the areas of their operations beyond the country in which they are registered.

Question 13.
Define Company.
Answer:
Company : “According to Section 3 of the companies act, 1956 “A company is an artificial person created by law, having a separate legal entity with a perpetual succession and a common seal”.

“A joint stock company is a voluntary association of individuals for profit, having a capita’ dividend into transferable shares, the ownership of which is the condition of membership” – L.H. Honey

Question 14.
Company as per Companies Act, 2013.
Answer:
As per the companies Act, 2013. “A company refers to an organisation incorporated under the companies act, 2013 or under any previous company law”.

Question 15.
Dormant Company.
Answer:
It is a company does not carry any accounting transactions for a period of two years. Such company can apply to registrar of companies calling it as a “Dormant company”.

Short Answer Questions

Question 1.
List out the features of Joint Stock Company.
Answer:
The distinctive features of a company are as follows :

1) An Artificial Person Created by Law : A company is an artificial person created by law and existing only in contemplation of law. It is an intengible and invisible legal person having no body and soul.

2) Separate Legal Entity : A company has an entity quite distinct and independent of the existence of the members who constitute it. In other words, a company has a separate legal entity entirely different from that of its members. It can make contracts, purchase and sell goods, employ people and conduct any lawful business in its own name. It can sue and can be sued in the court of law in its own name, of course, through some representatives.

3) Formation : The formation of a joint stock company involves the preparation of several documents and compliance with various legal requirements before it starts its operation, A company comes into existence only when it is registered under the Indian companies act, 2013 or any previous company law.

4) Common seal as a substitute for signature : As the company is not a natural person, it cannot sign its documents. The common seal with the name of the company engraved on it is therefore, used in place of signature. Generally, the secretary of the company is authorised to keep the seal under his safe custody.

5) Perpetual Existence : A company has perpetual existance unlike a sole trading or partnership concern. Once a company is formed, it continues for an unlimited period until it is legally dissolved. In other words, a company has a perpetual life and the death, lunacy, retirement or insolvency of its members does not affect its existence.

6) Limited Liability of Members : The liability of a member of a company is limited to the extent of the amount unpaid on the shares he holds.
Ex :If “Jeswanth” holds one share of Rs. 10 and has paid Rs.7 on that share, his liability would be limited to the unpaid amount of Rs. 3. Beyond this, he is not liable to pay anything towards the debts or losses of the company.

7) Transfer ability of Shares :The members of a company (Public) are free to transfer or dispose of the shares held by them to any person as and when they like. They do not need the consent of other shareholders to transfer their shares. However, in the case of private companies, certain restrictions are imposed on the transfer of shares.

8) Membership : The form of a joint stock company, a minimum of two (2) members are required in case of a private limited company and seven (7) members in case of public limited company. The maximum limit is fifty (50) in case of private limited company. There is no maximum limit on the members in case of a public limited company. In case of one person company, only one shareholder will act as a member.

9) Democratic Management: Different catagories of people from various areas contribute to the capital of a company. Since it is not possible for them to look after the day-to-day management of the company, they may take part in deciding the general policies of the company but the day-to-day affairs of the company are managed by their elected representatives “Board of Directors”.

10) Statutory Regulations : A company has to comply with and abide by several statutory requirements. It is governed by the companies act and must invariably follow the various provisions of the act. Under the act, companies should submit several returns to the government and their accounts have to be audited by a chartered accountant.

Question 2.
Briefly explain different types of companies.
Answer:
1) Chartered Companies : Charatered companies are those which are started under a special charter of a king. Several companies were started in England under Royal charter in 17th century. The charter defined their powers.
Ex : East India company.
In India such type of company does not exist because there is no monarchy.

2) Statutory Company Statutory companies are those which are started under the special act of parliament. Public utility concerns like railways, electricity etc. are incorporated by special act of parliament.
Ex: SBI, RBI established under Banking companies act. 1949.
New India assurance company is established under insurance companies act – 1956

3) Government Companies : These companies are regisered under companies act 1956. According to companies act, Government company means any company in which not less than 51% of paid up share the central government or any state government holds capital.
Ex : Such companies is HMT.

4) Registered Companies : All those companies registered under the companies act are called “registered companies”. Companies formed under the India companies act may be divided into three classes.

5) Private company : A private company is one which by its Articles of Association.

• Limits the number of members to 50.
• Restricts the right of transfer of shares and
• Prohibits any invitation to public to subscribe for its shares and debentures.

6) Public Company : According companies act, all those companies other than private companies are considered as public limited companies.

Question 3.
What are the features of Public Company ?
Answer:
The public companies carry business in large-scale involving huge amount of capital, resources and huge infrastructure. Public companies procure capital from public. There is no restriction on transfer of ownership on shares. Such a company must use the word “LIMITED” or “Ltd” as a part of its name. According to section 2(71) of the companies act, 2013 a public company is one which has

1. The minimum paid-up capital of Rs. 5,00,000/-
2. The minimum number of members is 7.
3. The maximum number of members is unlimited.

Question 4.
What are the features of a Private Company ?
Answer:
Private Company : A private company is a very suitable form for carrying on the business of family and small concerns. It is registered under the companies act, 2013 or any previous company law. According to section 2(68) of the companies act, 2013 a private company has the following features.

1. The minimum paid up capital is Rs. 1,00,000.
2. The minimum number of members is two (2).
3. The maximum number of members is 200
4. It is prohibited from issuing of shares to the public.
5. It is prohibited from transfer of shares.

Private companies have to follow all these conditions mentioned above. These companies must include “Private Limited” after their names. The ownership of these companies is confined only to well-known selected persons. It requires a minimum of two persons to start a “Private Limited company”. Usually, whenever partnership firms need more capital to expand their business, they convert themselves into private companies. It may be noted that private companies are exempted from various regulations of the companies act. They combine the advantages of both the company and the partnership form of business organisation.

Question 5.
Write any five advantages of joint stock company.
Answer:
Joint stock company organisation is an artificial person created by law and a voluntary association of persons who contributes to its capital. It will have a common seal.

Advantages or Merits of Joint Stock Company :

1. Large Capital:One of the main advantages of the joint stock company is that it facilitates mobilisation of large amount of capital. It would not be possible under the other forms. Joint stock companies are suitable for those business where large resources are required.
2. Limited Liability :The liability of the shareholders of a company is limited to the value of shares they held. The limited liability encourages many persons to invest in shares of joint stock companies.
3. Continuity of Existence : When a company is incorporated it becomes a separate legal entity. It is an entity with perpetual succession. The death or insolvency of members does not in any way affect the existence of the company.
4. Efficient – Management : In company form of organisation ownership is separate from management. It enables the company to appoint expert and qualified persons for managing various business functions. The efficient management will help the company to expand and diversity its activities.
5. Economics of large – scale Production : With the availability of large-scale resources, the company can organise on a big scale. The increase in scale and size of the business will result in economic in production purchase and marketing etc. Hence, cost of production is reduced, goods are provided to customers at cheaper rates.

Question 6.
Write any Five disadvantages of Joint Stock Company.
Answer:

1. Difficulty in formation : Promotion of a company is not an easy task. A number of stages are involved in company promotion. A lot of legal formalities are required to be performed at the time of registration. Therefore it is proved that the formation of company is difficult.
2. Lack of personal interest : The company is not managed by the proprietors. It is
   managed by the directors and paid officials. They do not have a share in the profits. They have very little personal interest. .
3. Fraudulent Management : All the shareholders of the company cannot take part in its management. They elect directors periodically. They will manage the business. If the directors are dishonest, they may misuse their powers and position.
4. Temptation of speculate :The liability of shareholders is limited. So the management is tempted to get into speculative activities. They may lead to the ultimate ruin of the company.
5. Limited borrowing capacity : The liability of the shareholders is limited. Therefore, the credit that can be obtained by the company will also be limited.

Long Answer Questions

Question 1.
Explain the advantages and disadvantages of a Joint Stock Company.
Answer:
Joint stock company organisation is an artificial person created by law and a voluntary association of persons who contributes to its capital. It will have a common seal. Definitions : “Joint stock company is voluntary association of individuals for profit, having a capital divided into transferable shares, the ownership of which is the condition of membership”. – L.H. Hanery

Advantages or Merits :

1. Large Capital: One of the main advantages of the joint stock company is that it facilitates mobilisation of large amount of capital. Joint stock companies are suitable for those business where large resources are required.
2. Limited Liability : The liability of the shareholders of a company is limited to the value of shares they held. The limited liability encourages many persons to invest in shares of joint stock companies.
3. Continuity of Existence : When a company is incorporated it becomes a separate legal entity. It is an entity with perpetual succession. The death or insolvency of members does not in anyway affect the existence of the company.
4. Efficient Management ; In company form of organisation ownership is separate from management. It enables the company to appoint expert and qualified persons for managing various business functions. The efficient management will help the company to expand and diversity its activities.
5. Economics of large – scale Production : With the availability of large-scale resources, the company can organise on a big scale. The increase in scale and size of the business will result in economic in production purchase and marketing etc. Hence, cost of production is reduced, goods are provided to customers at cheaper rates.
6. Transfer of Shares : Every member can transfer his share freely without informing the other shareholders. He can sell his shares easily in the stock market. This facility attracts many investors.
7. Public Confidence : Companies are subject to government controls and regulation. Their accounts are audited by chartered accountant. The affairs of a company are made public through its published accounts and annual reports. This creates confidence in the public about the functioning of the company.
8. Mobilisation of small savings : As the value of a share is small and as the liability is limited more capital can be raised from all classes of people. Small savings of the public can be mobilized and directed to productive channels.
9. Facilitates Industrial Development: We cannot expect Industrialization of a country without the help of Joint Stock system. Joint stock companies have encouraged the growth of national income. They have brought about an increase in the standard of living of the people.
10. Public Confidence :The accounts of the company are audited by chartered accountants. The affairs of the company are made published through leading newspapers. This creates confidence in the public about the functioning of the company.
11. Tax Benefits : Company income tax at flat rate and the companies which are established in backward areas get some concession in tax.

Demerits / Disadvantages :

1. Difficulty in formation : Promotion of a company is not an easy task. A number of stages are involved in company promotion. A lot of legal formalities are required to be performed at the time of registration. Therefore it is proved that the information of company is difficult.
2. Lack of personal interest: The company is not managed by the proprietors. It is managed by the directors and paid officials. They do not have a share in the profits. They have very little personal interest in the business.
3. Fraudulent Management : All the shareholders of a company cannot take part in its management. They elect directors periodically. If the directors are dishonest, they may misuse their powers and position.
4. Temptation of speculate : The liability of shareholders is limited. So the management is tempted to get into speculative activities. They may lead to the ultimate ruin of the company.
5. Limited borrowing capacity : The liability of the shareholders is limited. Therefore, the credit that can be obtained by the company will also be limited.
6. Lack of personal touch : There is no personal touch between the shareholders and consumers and the worker. This may result consumer’s dissatisfaction and labour troubles.
7. Delay in decision making : In company form of organisation no single individual can make a policy decision. All important decisions are taken either by the Board of Directors or by the General House. Decision making process is time consuming. So. many opportunities may be lost because of delay in decision – making.
8. Inflexible and Inelastic : A company lacks elasticity and adaptability. The memorandum of association of the company restricts the scope of business. It is very difficult to adopt business to changing circumstances due to very rigid legal formalities.
9. Lack of Secrecy : The management of company’s remaining in the hands of many persons. Everything is discussed in the meetings of Board of Directors. The trade secrets cannot be maintained.
10. Lack of continuity policies : In company, the some directors may not be elected every time. Therefore, company may not have unity of management and continuity of policies.
11. Evils of Large-scale Operation : A company suffers from the Evils of large – scale operation such as lack of co-ordination, lack of close supervision.

Question 2.
Distinguish a Private company and a Public company.
Answer:
Private Company : A private company is a very suitable form for carrying on the business of family and small concerns. It is registered under the companies act, 2013 or any previous company law. According to section 2(68) of the companies act. 2013 a private company has the following features.

1. The minimum paid up capital is Rs. 1,00,000.
2. The minimum number of members is two (2).
3. The maximum number of members is 200.
4. It is prohibited from issuing of shares to the public.
5. It is prohibited from transfer of shares. Such a company must use the word “Pvt. Ltd” as the part of its name.

Public Company : ft rs a sccftahte form of company for carrying on the business on a targe – scale, involving a huge amount of capital. According to section 2(71) of the companies act of 2013, a public company has the following features :

1. The minimum paid-up capital of Rs. 5,00,000/-
2. The minimum number of members is 7.
3. The maximum number of members is unlimited. Such a company must use the word “Ltd” as part of its name.
   Ex : Steel Authority of India Ltd., Reliance Industries Ltd., Hindustan Lever Ltd., & Bajaj Auto Limited etc.

Distinguish between Private Company & Public Company :

Question 3.
What is Joint Stock Company ? What are the features of it ?
Answer:
Meaning : Joint stock company organisation is an artificial person created by law and voluntary association of persons who contributes to its capital.

Definitions : “Joint stock company is voluntary association of individuals for profit, having a capital divided into transferable shares, the ownership of which is the condition of membership”. – L.H. Hanery

A Joint Stock Company limited by shares is “a company having permanent paid or nominal share capital of fixed amount divided into shares also of fixed amount held and transferable as stock and formed on the principles of having in its members only the holders of those shares of stocks and no other persons”. – Indian Companies Act, 1956

Distinctive features of a Joint Stock Company :

1. Artificial Person Created by Law : A company is an artificial person created by law and existing only in contemplation of law. It is an intengible and invisible legal person having no body and soul.
2. Separate Legal Entity : The company is created under law. It has separate legal entity apart from its members. It can file a suit against others and can be sued against. It can purchase assets and can make contracts on its name.
3. Formation : The formation of a joint stock company consists of preparation of several documents and compliance of so many legal requirements prior to starting its operations. Registration under Indian Companies Act. 1956 is mandatory.
4. Common Seal : A company being an artificial person cannot put its signatures. The law requires every company to have a seal and get its name engraved on it. The seal of the company is affixed on all important documents.
5. Perpetual Existence : A company has perpetual existance that is to say its existence is not affected by the death or insolvency of its members. The company can be wound up by the operation of law.
6. Limited Liability : The liability of a share-holder is limited to the extent of face value of shares held by him. Shareholders are not liable to bring their personal assets to pay the debts of the company.
7. Transferability of Shares : Shareholder of a company can sell his shares at his will at anytime. He need not take permission from other shareholders.
8. Membership : In the case of public limited companies, the minimum number of shareholders is seven and the maximum is unlimited. In the case of private limited companies, the minimum is two and maximum is fifty.
9. Democratic Management : Members are the owners of the company. Management of business is vested in the board of directors elected by the members. Thus, owners of the company have no direct control over the business of the company on democratic lines.
10. Wide diffusion of ownership : The shareholders are the owners of the company. They are scattered throughout the country.
11. Statutory Regulations : A company is governed by the companies act. It has to submit a number of returns to the government. Its account must be audited by a chartered accountant.
12. Regid Objective : The type of business in which the company would participate is mentioned in the object clauses of memorandum of association.
13. Shareholders are not the agents : The shareholders of the company cannot act as agents of the company. They cannot bind the company by their acts.

Question 4.
Listout and briefly explain different types of companies.
Answer:

Companies are of different types, and are classified based on various points of view. A brief description of each type is as follows :

I) Based on Formation:

1. Chartered Companies : The companies that are established by a Royal charter or special sanctions from the Royal Head of state are called chartered companies. Such companies are granted special privileges and powers to achieve their defined objectives. Ex : East India company, Bank of England etc.
   Such companies do not exist now-a-days.
2. Statutory Company : A company that is created by a special act of the parliament or the legislature of a state is called a “Statutory company”.
   Ex : SBI, RBI, LIC & UTI etc.
3. Registered Companies : A company which is established through registration with the registrar or companies, under the companies act, 2013 or any previous law is called a “Registered Company”. These companies are governed by the above act, but subject to the rules of Memorandum of association and articles of association of their own.
   Ex : Infosys, ITC, WIPRO etc.
4. Government Companies : A company in which not less than 51% of the paid up share capital is held by the Central Government and or by any state government or state governments is called a “Government Company”.
   Ex : ONGC, NTPC etc.
5. One Person Company (OPC) : Section 2(62) of the companies act, 2013 states that a company can be firmed with just one director and one member. The director and the member can be the same person.

II) Based on Public Interest: On the basis of the number of members or public interest, companies may be further categorized into

1. Private company,
2. Public company.

1) Private Company : A private company is a very suitable form for carrying on the business of family and small concerns. It is registered under the companies act, 2013 or any previous company law. According to section 2(68) of the companies act, 2013 a private company has the following features.

• The minimum paid up capital is Rs. 1,00,000.
• The minimum number of members is two (2).
• The maximum number of members is 200.
• It is prohibited from issuing of shares to the public.
• It is prohibited from transfer of shares. These companies must include private limited after their names.

2) Public Company : It is a suitable form of company for carrying on the business on a large – scale, involving a huge amount of capital. According to section 2(71) of the companies act of 2013, a public company has the following features :

• The minimum paid-up capital of Rs. 5,00.000/-
• The minimum number of members is 7.
• The maximum number of members is unlimited. Such a company must use the word “Ltd” as part of its name.
  Ex : Steel Authority of India Ltd., Bajaj Auto Ltd., Reliance Industries Ltd. & Hindustan Lever Ltd., & etc.

III) Based on Liability :

1. Companies Limited Shares : A company having the liability of its members limited by the memorandum to the value of shares held by them is called a “company Limited” by shares.
2. Companies Limited by Guarantee : This type of company can be defined as a company having the liability of its members limited by its memorandum to such amount as the members may respectively undertake to contribute to the assets of the company in the event of its being wound up. The amount guaranteed by each member cannot be demanded until the company is wound up. Companies limited by guarantee are very few, as they are non-trading companies.
3. Unlimited Companies : The liability of members of such companies is limited. All the members will be liable to meet the liabilities of the company to an unlimited extent. Such companies are not popular and they are not found in large number.

IV) Based on Control :

1. Holding Company : Where are company controls the management of another company, the controlling company is called “Holding Company”.
   Ex : If company ‘A’ holds more than 51% of paidup share capital of company ‘B’, then company ‘A’ is called a holding company.
2. Subsidiary Company : When one company controls the management of another company the company so controlled is called as “Subsidiary Company”.
   Ex : If company ‘A’ holds more than 51% of paidup share capital of company ‘B’. ‘B’ is called a subsidiary company.

V) Based on of Nationality

1. Indian Company : A company registered in India and having a place of business in India is called an “Indian company”. It may be a private company or a public company.
2. Foreign Company : It is a company incorporated outside India and has a place of business. The term ‘place of business’ does not mean agency business in India. It may be noted that even if, all the sharholders of a company are Indian citizens, it will still be called “foreign company”, if it is registered outside India.

VI) Based on area :

1. National Company : Such companies confine their operations within the boundaries of the country in which they are registered.
2. Multi-National Company : Such companies extend the areas of their operations beyond the country in which they are registered.

Check Your Knowledge

1. Fill in the blanks for the following questions :

Question 1.
The official signature of a company is called __________
Answer:
common seal

Question 2.
The company is managed by the group of persons known as __________
Answer:
Board of directors

Question 3.
The word limited should appear after the name of __________
Answer:
Registered company

Question 4.
A company is formed by __________
Answer:
Promoters

Question 5.
A joint stock company or simply a company is a __________ of individuals formed to undertake a large scale business activity.
Answer:
Voluntary Association

Question 6.
A company is an __________ person.
Answer:
Artificial

Question 7.
The secretary of the company is authorised to keep the __________ under his safe custody.
Answer:
seal

Question 8.
The liability of a member of a company is __________
Answer:
limited

Question 9.
OPC stands for __________
Answer:
One Person Company

Question 10.
Statutory company one example is __________
Answer:
Life Insurance Corporation, SBI etc.

Question 11.
A company in which not less than 51% of the paid-up share capital is held by the __________
Answer:
Central Government / State Govt. / State Govt.

Question 12.
A public company must write __________ after its name.
Answer:
Public Limited

Question 13.
A company registered in India and having a place of business in India is called an __________
Answer:
Indian Company

Question 14.
The accounts of a public company are open for inspection by __________
Answer:
Public

II. State whether the statement are True or False

Question 1.
The company’s form of organisation contributes to the growth of business. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Question 2.
The joint stock company is the only form of business organisation which can provide capital for small-scale operations. (True/False)
Answer:
False

Question 3.
The companies are required to pay tax at a low rate. (True/False)
Answer:
False

Question 4.
Redtapism and bureaucratic hurdles do not permit quick decisions and prompt action in company form of organisation. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Question 5.
At every stage in the management of a company, there are legal rules and regulations to follow. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Question 6.
The shares of a public company are dealt in on an employment exchange. (True/False)
Answer:
False

Question 7.
Company is the only form of business. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Question 8.
According to Sec 2(71) of the companies act 2013. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Question 9.
A company which not less than 51% of the paid-up share capital is held by the private company. (True/False)
Answer:
False

Question 10.
Chartered companies for example Bank of England. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Student Activity

State whether the statements are True or False.

Question 1.
The capital of a company is divided into small units called shares. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Question 2.
A company is a natural person created by law. (True/False)
Answer:
False

Question 3.
A company has a separate legal entity. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Question 4.
The secretary of the company is authorized to keep the seal of the company under his safe custody. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Question 5.
The liability of a member of a company is limited to the extent of the amount of shares held by him. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Question 6.
East India company is an example of a statutory company. (True/False)
Answer:
False

Question 7.
A single resolution is enough to appoint or retire the directors of a private company. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Question 8.
Both public & private companies can secure capital from the public. (True/False)
Answer:
False

Question 9.
A public company can start its business immediately upon its registration. (True/False)
Answer:
False

Question 10.
The maximum number of members in case of Pvt. Ltd. company is 200. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Question 11.
There are no restrictions on managerial remuneration in case of a public limited company. (True/False)
Answer:
False

Question 12.
The shares of a private company can be transferred freely. (True/False)
Answer:
False

Regular practice with AP Inter 1st Year Commerce Study Material Chapter 5 Partnership Questions and Answers helps students stay prepared for examinations.

AP Inter 1st Year Commerce 5th Lesson Partnership Questions and Answers

Fill in the Blanks

Question 1.
The persons who form a partnership are individually known as ____________.
Answer:
Partners

Question 2.
The partnership form of business organisation is governed by the Indian Partnership Act of ____________
Answer:
1932

Question 3.
Every partner acts as a principal as well as an ____________ of the firm.
Answer:
Agent

Question 4.
The ____________ of a partnership firm is not compulsory.
Answer:
Registration

Question 5.
Section ____________ of the partnership act, 1932 defines a partnership.
Answer:
4

Question 6.
____________ liability partnership firms are found in some European countries and USA.
Answer:
Limited

Question 7.
A partnership ____________ is a document containing the terms and conditions of a partnership.
Answer:
Deed

Question 8.
Active partners are also called ____________ partners.
Answer:
working

Question 9.
A sleeping partner is also called a ____________ partner.
Answer:
Dormant

Question 10.
Nominal partners are ____________ to third parties for all the acts of the firm.
Answer:
liable

Question 11.
The liability partners is ____________
Answer:
unlimited

Question 12.
Partners in profits apply only to ____________ partners.
Answer:
minor

Very Short Answer Questions

Question 1.
Partnership Firm.
Answer:
Partnership is an association of two or more persons who pool their financial and managerial resources and agree to carry on a business, and share its profit or losses. The persons who form a partnership firm individually are known as ‘Partners’. The firm is known as ‘Partnership firm’.

Question 2.
Registration of Partnership.
Answer:
The Indian partnership Act of 1932 doesnot make it compulsory for a firm to be registered. But there are some certain disadvantages associated with an unregistered firm, making its registration virtually essential. Registration can take place at any time.

The procedure for registration of a firm is as follows :

1. The firm will have to apply to the Registrar of Firms of the state concerned in the prescribed form number I.
2. It should be accompained a fee of Rs. 1500/- and to be sent to registrar of Firms :
   1. Name of the firm,
   2. Location,
   3. Names of other places where the firm carries on business,
   4. Name in full addresses of the partners,
   5. The date on which various partners joined the firm,
   6. The duration of the firm.
3. The duly filled in form must be signed by all the partners.
4. The Registrar will scrutinize the application and if he satisfied, isue the certificate of registration.

Question 3.
Partnership Deed.
Answer:
Partnership arises out of a contract or an agreement. It can be formed with the consent of all the partners. It may be oral or written. The written agreement among the partners is called partnership deed. It contains terms and conditions relating to partnership.

Question 4.
Active Partner.
Answer:
An active partner is one who takes active part in the day-to-day working of the business. He enjoys full voice in the organisation of the firm. He may also be called a “Working Partner”.

Question 5.
Sleeping Partner.
Answer:
Only provides funds to the firm. He does not take part in the management of the firm. Sleeping partner is liable for the liabilities of the firm like other partners. He is not known to the public as a partner. So he may be called as a “secret partner”.

Question 6.
Nominal Partner.
Answer:
The partner who allow the firms to use their names as partners in the firm, are called as nominal partners.

Question 7.
Partners by Estoppel.
Answer:
A person who behaves in the public in such a way of give an impression that he/she is a partner of the firm is called “partner by estoppel”. Such partners are not entitled to share the profits of the firm, but are fully liable if somebody suffers because of his/her false representation.

Question 8.
Partner by Holding out.
Answer:
If a person is considered by outsider as a partner in a firm and he does not deny his being so considered he is called a “partner by holding out”. He does not contribute capital to the firm and does not participate in profits. He is liable to third parties.

Question 9.
Partner in Profits.
Answer:
This type of partner will share only profits. But his liability to creditors is unlimited. He won’t share the losses of the firm. Only he enjoys the profits.

Question 10.
General Partners.
Answer:
If the liability of the partners is unlimited, they are treated as general partners. If the amount of liability is not specified in the document such partner is deemed to be general partner.

Question 11.
Limited Partners.
Answer:
Liability of the partners is limited to the extent of their investment of capitals.

Question 12.
Define partnership. Write any one.
Answer:
Definitions :

• “Partnership as the relation between persons who have agreed to share the profits of a business carried on by all or any one acting for all”. – Section 4 of the Partnership Act, 1932
• “Partnership is the relation existing between persons competent to make contract, who agree to carry on a lawful business in common with a view to private gain”. – L.H. Haney
• “Two or more individuals may form a partnership by making a written or oral agreement that they will jointly assume full responsibility for the conduct of business”. – John Shubin

Short Answer Questions

Question 1.
What are the features of a partnership ?
Answer:
Definition : “The relation between persons who have agreed to share the profits of a business carried on by all or any one of them acting for all”. – Partnership Act, 1932

Characteristics / Features of Partnership :

1. Formation : The partnership business is governed by the provisions of Indian partnership act, 1932. It comes into force by a deed. It should be formed with an object of profit earning but not for rendering charitable services.
2. Unlimited liability : Each partner of the firm as liable to the unlimited extent to satisfy the obligations of the firm to outsiders. It means that if the assets of the firm are insufficient to satisfy the claims of creditors of the firm even the personal property of the partners can be attached to satisfy such claims.
3. Lawful Business : The business must be lawful. Any agreement containing the provisions which are opposing the public policies, the partnership will be cancelled.
4. Principal and Agent Relationship : Every partner has a right to take part in business. Every partner is a principal as well as an agent to the firm.
5. Voluntary Registration : Registration of a firm is not compulsory. But an unregistered firm suffers from some limitations which make it virtually compulsory to be registered.

Question 2.
Who are the different types of partners in a partnership firm ?
Answer:
Types of Patners : A partnership can have different types of partners, each with their own roles and responsibilities. Understanding these types is crucial for gaining a clear understanding of their rights and responsibilities involved. These are described as follows :

I) Based on the extent of Participation : In the day-to-day management of the firm, partners can be classified as :

1. Active Partners (or) Working Partners : The partners who actively participate in the day-to-day operations of the business are known as active partners or working partners.
2. Sleeping partners : Those partners who do not participate in the day-to-day activities of the business are known as “sleeping” or “dormant” partners. Such partners simply contribute capital and share the profits and losses.

II) Based on sharing of profits : The partners may be classified as :

1. Nominal Partners : Nominal partners allow the firm to use their name as partner. They neither invest any capital nor participate in the day-to-day operations. They are not entitled to share in the profits of the firm. However, they are liable to third parties for all the acts of the firm.
2. Partners in Profits : A person who shares in the profits of a business without being liable for the losses is known as partner in profits. This applies only to the minors are admitted to the benefits of the firm and their liability is limited to their capital contribution.

III) Based on liability : The partners can be classified as :

1. Limited Partners : The liability of limited partners is limited to the extent of their capital contribution. This type of partner is found in limited partnership firms in some European Countries and the U.S.A. However, such partnerships are not allowed in India. The concept of limited liability partnership is recognised under the limited liability partnership act, 2008, which is under the consideration of parliament.
2. General Partners : The partners having unlimited liability are called as general partners or partners with unimited liability. It may be noted that every partner who is not a limited partner is treated as a general partner.

IV) Based on the behaviour and conduct exhibited : There are two more types of partners. They are :

1. Partner by Estopper : A person who behaves in public in such a way as to give the impression that he/she is a partner to the firm, is called “partner by estoppel”. Such partners are not entitled to share the profits of the firm, but they are fully liable if someone suffers due to their false representation.
2. Partners by Holdingout: A partner or partnership firm declares that a particular person is a partner of their firm, and such person does not disclaim it. Then he/she is known as “Partners by Holdingout”. Such partners are not entitled to profits but are fully liable for the firm’s debts.

Question 3.
What is the registration procedure of partnership ?
Answer:
Procedure to get a firm registered :

1. The firm will have to apply to the registrar of firms of the state concerned in the prescribed form.
2. A form containing the following particulars accompanied by a fee of Rs. 3/- has to be sent to the registrar of firms.
   1. The name of the firm.
   2. Location of the firm.
   3. Names of other places where the firm carries on business.
   4. The name in full and addresses of the partners.
   5. The date on which various partners joined the firm.
   6. The duration of the firm.
3. Duly filled in form must be signed by all the partners. The filled-in form along with prescribed registration fee must be deposited in the office of the registrar of firms.
4. The registrar will scrutinise the application, and if he is satisfied that all formalities relating to registration have been duly complied with he will put the name of the firm in his registrar and issue the certificate of registration.

Question 4.
What are the contents of the partnership deed ?
Answer:
The document containing the terms and conditions of contract are called as “articles of partnership” or “Partnership Deed”.

According to Indian Partnership Act of 1932, the agreement may be oral or written. It has to be stamped according to Indian Stamps Act – 1899.

Contents of Partnership Deed :

1. Name of the firm.
2. Nature of the firm.
3. Names and addresses of the partners.
4. Location of the partnership.
5. Duration of the partnership.
6. Amount of capital contribution by each partner.
7. Profit & Loss Ratio.
8. Duties, Powers and Obligations of the partners.
9. Salaries and withdrawals of the partners.
10. Methods of preparation of accounts and their auditing.
11. Procedure for dissolution of the firm.
12. Procedure for settlement of disputes.

Question 5.
Briefly explain the Rights of the Partners.
Answer:
The rights and duties of the partners are specified in the partnership deed. If there is absence of deed, the provisions specified under the Indian partnership act are applicable.

Rights of the partners :

1. Right to take part in the conduct and management of the firm.
2. Right to be consulted and expressed his opinion on any matter related to the firm.
3. Right to access and inspect any copy, books of accounts and records of the firm.
4. Right to share profits equally, unless the deed specify.
5. Right to receive interest on loans and advances made by the partners to the firm.
6. Right to be indemnified for the expenses losses sustained by the partner to the firm.
7. Right to the partnership property unless and otherwise the deed specified.
8. Right to impose the authority, to do any act for the purpose of protecting the firm from loss.
9. Right to act as an agent of the partnership, in the ordinary course of the business.

Question 6.
Briefly explain the duties of the Partners.
Answer:
The rights and duties of the partners are specified in the partnership deed. If there is absence of deed the provisions specified under the Indian partnership act are applicable.

Duties of the Partners :

1. Duty to behave honestly towards the firm and other partners as well.
2. Duty to behave just and faithful towards other partners.
3. Duty to share losses, unless the deed specify.
4. Duty to share the losses sustained due to his wilful negligence in the business.
5. Duty to maintain the books of accounts with true and fair value of transactions.
6. Duty to not to make secret profits or commissions otherwise from the firm’s business.
7. Duty to not transfer the share in profits of him to the outsiders.
8. Duty to not carry any business, in the same line of product of business, in which he is a partner.

Question 7.
Define Partnership. Explain its merits.
Answer:
Definition : “The relationship between persons who agree to carry on a business in common with a view to private gain”. – L.H. Haney

Advantages / Merits of a Partnership Firm :

1. Easy Formation : A partnership can be formed easily without many legal formalities. Since it is not compulsory to get the firm registered, a simple agreement, either in oral or writing implied is sufficient to create a partnership firm.
2. Availability of Larger Resources : Since two or more partners joint hands to start partnership firm, it may be possible to pool more resources as compared to sole proprietorship form of business organisation.
3. Better Decisions : In partnership firm each partner has a right to take part in the management of the business. All major decisions are taken in consultation with and with the consent of all partners. Thus, collective wisdom prevails and there is less scope for reckless and hasty decisions.
4. Flexibility : The partnership firm is a flexible organisation. At anytime the partners can decide to change the size on nature of business or area of its operation after taking the necessary consent of all the partners.
5. Sharing of Risks : The losses of the firm are shared by all the partners equally or as per the agreed ratio.
6. Keen interest: Since partners share the profit and bear the losses, they take keen interest in the affairs of the business.
7. Protection of Interest: ln partnership form of business organisation, the rights of each partner and his/her interests are fully protected. If a partner is dissatisfied with any decision, he can ask for dissolution of the firm withdraw from the partnership.

Question 8.
Explain the Limitations of Partnership firm.
Answer:
Definition : “The relation between persons who have agreed to share the profits of a business carried on by all or anyone of them acting for all”. – Partnership Act of 1932, Sec.4

Demerits / Limitations :

1. Unlimited Liability : The partners are personally liable for the debts and obligations of the firm. In other words, their personal property can also be utilized for payment of firm’s liabilities.
2. Instability : Every partnership firm uncertain life. The death, insolvency, incapacity on the retirement of any partner brings the firm to an end.
3. Limited Capital : Since the total number of partner cannot exceed 20, the capacity to raise funds remain limited as compared to Joint Stock Company.
4. Non-transferability of share : The share of interest of any partner cannot be transferred to other partners or to the outsiders. So, it creates inconvenience for the partner who wants to transfer his share to others fully and partly. The only alternative is dissolution of the firm.
5. Possibility of Conflicts : Every partner in the firm has an equal right to participate in the management. There is friction and quarrel among the partners. Difference of opinion may give rise to quarrels and lead to dissolution of the firm.

Long Answer Questions

Question 1.
Define Partnership. Discuss its merits and limitations.
Answer:
A partnership is an association of two or more persons to carryon a business and to share its profits and losses.

Definition : “The relation between persons who have agreed to share the profits of a business carried on by all or any one of them acting for all”. – Partnership Act of 1932 (Section 4)
“The relationship between persons who agree to carry on a business in common with a view to private gain”. – L.H. Haney

Merits :

1. Easy Formation : An oral or written agreement is enough to start any lawful business on partnership basis. There are no complicated legal formalities regarding the establishment of such enterprise. Even registration of such firms is not compulsory.
2. Huge Capital : The resources of more than one person are available for the business. New partners can be admitted to secure more capital that may be needed for the expansion of business.
3. Wise Decision : A partnership consists of people possessing different abilities. Hence, they discuss every problem in detail and take wise and quick decision.
4. Introduction of division of labour : A partnership enjoys all advantages of division of labour. As there are more than one partner, the duties can be assigned to different partners according to their qualification and specialisation.
5. Greater borrowing capacity : The creditors of the firm can recover their loans from the private properties of all the partners. So the ability of a firm to raise loans depends upon the private properties of the partners. Thus a firm employs greater credit in the market.
6. Secrecy : The partners can keep the business secrets to themselves.
7. Protection of Minority interests : All important decisions are taken by the consent of all partners. If anything goes wrong unsatisfied partner can file a suit in the court of law the minority interest will be protected by law.
8. Flexibility The partners can change the nature, the method of business, or situation of the business very early by the agreement. No legal formalities for the above changes.
9. Division of Labour : In partnership there are more than one partner hence the work can be divided among them according the qualifications and specialisation.
10. Risk/Losses can be shared by all: The losses incurred by the firm will be shared by all the partners. So the share of loss of each partner will be less than the sole trader.

Limitations :

1. Unlimited Liability ; The partners are personally liable for the debts and obligations of the firm. In other words, their personal property can also be utilized for payment of firm’s liabilities.
2. Instability : Every partnership firm uncertain life. The death, insolvency, incapacity on the retirement of any partner brings the firm to an end.
3. Limited Capital : Since the total number of partner cannot exceed 20, the capacity to raise funds remain limited as compared to Joint Stock Company.
4. Non-transferability of share : The share of interest of any partner cannot be transferred to other partners or to the outsiders. So, it creates inconvenience for the partner who wants to transfer his share to others fully and partly. The only alternative is dissolution of the firm.
5. Possibility of Conflicts : Every partner in the firm has an equal right to participate in the management. There is friction and quarrel among the partners. Difference of opinion may give rise to quarrels and lead to dissolution of the firm.

Question 2.
What is Partnership Deed ? And also explain its contents.
Answer:
The document containing the terms and conditions of contact are called as “articles of partnership” or “partnership deed”.

According to Indian Partnership Act of 1932, the agreement may be oral or written. It has to be stamped according to Indian Stamps Act – 1899.

Contents of Partnership Deed :

1. Name of the firm.
2. Nature of the firm.
3. Names and addresses of the partners.
4. Location of the partnership.
5. Duration of the partnership.
6. Amount of capital contribution by each partner.
7. Profit & Loss Ratio.
8. Duties. Powers and Obligations of the partners.
9. Salaries and withdrawals of the partners.
10. Methods of preparation of accounts and their auditing.
11. Procedure for dissolution of the firm.
12. Procedure for settlement of disputes.

Question 3.
Define partnership and discuss the different types of partners.
Answer:
Basing on the roles and responsibilities partners of a firm can be divided as under :

I) Basing on the participation :

1. Active Partner : The partner who participates in the day-to-day business transactions he is known as “Active Partner”.
2. Sleeping Partner : The partner who do not participates in the day-to-day transactions of the firm, is known as “sleeping partner” or “dormant partner”.

II) Basing on the sharing in profits :

1. Nominal Partner : The partner who allow the firms to use their names as partners in the firm, are called as “Nominal Partners”.
2. Partner in Profits : This type of partner will share only profits. But his liability to creditors is unlimited. He won’t share the losses of the firm. Only he enjoys the profits.

III) Basing on Liability :

1. Limited Partners : Liability of the partners is limited to the extent of their investment of capitals.
2. General Partners : If the liability of the partners is unlimited, they are treated as general partners. If the amount of liability is not specified in the document, such partner is deemed to be general partner.

IV) Basing on the behaviour and conduct exhibited :

1. Partner by estoppel : A partner even by his false representation, public or third parties got believed that he is a partner of one firm, he is called as “partner by estoppel”.
2. Partner by holdingout: A partner or partnership firm declares that a particular person is a partner of their firm and such a person does not disclaim it, then such a partner is said to be “partner by holdingout”.

Question 4.
Is Registration of partnership compulsory under the partnership Act 1932 ? Explain the procedure required for registration ?
Answer:
Registration of partnership firm is not compulsory. It is optional or the partnership firms according to the Indian Partnership Act – 1932. Registration can be made at anytime. By keeping unregistered, partnership firms, the firms cannot sue on others and cannot be sued by others.

The procedure for registration of a firm is as under.

1. The firm will have to apply to the registrar of the firm of the concerned state, by paying stipulated fee for application.
2. Following are the contents of the application :
   1. Name of the firm.
   2. Address of the firm.
   3. Address/locations of the firm, where the firm carries its business operations.
   4. Complete details of the partners along with adresses.
   5. The dates of admission of various partners.
   6. Duration of the firm.
3. Duly filled application form must be signed by all the partners, prescribed registration fee is to be paid in the office of the registrar of the firm.
4. If the registrar will scrutinize the application, attached by the other documents, and if satisfied with all the formalities pertaining to registration, on the name of the firm, the registrar will issue the certificate of registration.

Question 5.
Define Partnership. Explain its Merits and Demerits.
Answer:
A partnership is an association of two or more persons to carry on a business and to share its profits and losses.

Definition : “The relation between persons who have agreed to share the profits of a business carried on by all or any one of them acting for all”. – Partnership Act of 1932 (Section 4) “The relationship between persons who agree to carry on a business in common with a view to private gain”. – L.H. Haney

Advantages / Merits of a Partnership Firm :

1. Easy Formation : An oral or written agreement is enough to start any lawful business on partnership basis. There are no complicated legal formalities regardings the establishment of such enterprise. Even registration of such firms is not compulsory.
2. Huge Capital : The resources of more than one person are available for the business.
   New partners can be admitted to secure more capital that may be needed for the expansion of business.
3. Wise Decision : A partnership consists of people possessing different abilities. Hence, they discuss every problem in detail and take wise and quick decision.
4. Introduction of division of labour : A partnership enjoys all advantages of division of labour. As there are more than one partner, the duties can be assigned to different partners according to their qualification and specialisation.
5. Greater borrowing capacity :The creditors of the firm can recover their loans from the private properties of all the partners. So the ability of a firm to raise loans depends upon the private properties of the partners. Thus a firm employs greater credit in the market.
6. Secrecy :The partners can keep the business secrets to themselves.
7. Protection of Minority interests : All important decisions are taken by the consent of all partners. If anything goes wrong unsatisfied partner can file a suit in the court of law the minority interest will be protected by law.
8. Flexibility : The partners can change the nature, the method of business, or situation of the business very early by the agreement. No legal formalities for the above changes.
9. Division of Labour : In partnership there are more than one partner hence the work can be divided among them according the qualifications and specialisation.
10. Risk/Losses can be shared by all: The losses incurred by the firm will be shared by all the partners. So the share of loss of each partner will be less than the sole trader.

Demerits / Disadvantages of Partnership :

1. Unlimited Liability : The liability of partners is unlimited. They are not only liable for their business investment but their private properties can also be taken for business liabilities.
2. Limited Resources : A partnership firm may not be able to raise adequate capital for expansion beyond a certain limit. Legally the number of partners in a firm cannot be more than 20, which puts a limit to the capacity of a firm to raise capital for large – scale operation.
3. Continuity is uncertain : Death, insolvency in capacity of one of the partners may lead to dissolution of the firm. Dissolution by notice at anytime brings about the closure of the firm.
4. Mutual Distrust: The mutual distrust among partners is the main cause for the dissolution of partnership concerns.
5. Limitations on transfer of share : No partner can transfer his interest in the firm to outsiders without the consent of all other partners.
6. Lack of public faith : The accounts of partnership concerns are not published. So, the public is unaware of the exact position of the business. Therefore a partnership may not enjoy public confidence.
7. Delay in decision : Before any decision is taken all the partners must be consulted. Hence, quick decisions may not be taken.
8. Differences in opinions : Sometimes the opinions of the partners may differ. They may not be able to come to a common understanding. Such difference of opinions may lead to disputes and costly litigations.

Question 6.
Define partnership and state its important features.
Answer:
Definition : Section 4 of the partnership act, 1932 defines partnership as “the relation between persons who have agreed to share the profits of a business carried on by all or anyone of them acting for all”.

Characteristics / Features of Partnership :

1. Formation : The partnership form of business organisation is governed by the provisions of Indian Partnership Act, 1932. It comes into existence through a legal agreement where in the terms and conditions governing the relationship among the partners, sharing of profits and losses and the manner of conducting the business are specified must be lawful and run with the profit motive.
2. Unlimited Liability :The partners of a firm have unlimited liability. Personal assets may be used for repaying debts incases the business assets are insufficient. Further, the partners are jointly and individually liable for payment of debts.
3. Existence of lawful business :The business of which the persons have agreed to share the profit, must be lawful. Any agreement to indulge in smuggling, black marketing etc., cannot be called partnership business in the eyes of law.
4. Principal agent relationship : Three must be an agency relationship between the partners. Every partner is the principal as well as the agent of the firm. When a partner deals with other parties he/she acts as an agent of other partners and at the same time the other partners become the principal.
5. Voluntary Registration : The registration of a partnership firm is not compulsory. But an unregistered firm suffers from some limitations which make it virtually compulsory to be registered.

Check Your Knowledge

I. Fill in the blanks for the following questions :

Question 1.
The partner who does not participate in the day-to-day activities of the business is known as ____________
Answer:
Sleeping partner

Question 2.
____________ allows the firm use their name as partner.
Answer
Nominal partner

Question 3.
A person who shares the profits of the business without being liable for the losses is known as ____________
Answer:
Profits in partner

Question 4.
The partner having unlimited liability is called a ____________
Answer:
General partner

Question 5.
Maximum partners are ____________ of the partnership firm.
Answer:
Banking 10, others 20

Question 6.
Minimum partners are ____________ of the partnership firm.
Answer:
2

Question 7.
The partners who actively participate in the day-to-day operations of the business are known as ____________
Answer:
Active partner

Question 8.
Partnership is an agreement between ____________ or ____________ persons.
Answer:
Two or more

Question 9.
Business secrete of the firm are known to the ____________
Answer:
Partners

Question 10.
Difference of opinion may give rise to quarrels and lead to ____________ of the firm.
Answer:
Dissolution

Question 11.
The partnership firm is a ____________ organisation.
Answer:
Flexibility

Question 12.
The persons who are enter into partnership individually called ____________ and collectively known as ____________
Answer:
Partners, firm

II. State whether the statement are True or False.

Question 1.
The persons who form a partnership are individually known as partners. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Question 2.
The partnership form of business organisation is governed by the provisions of Indian Partnership Act of 1932. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Question 3.
Every partner is the principal as well as the agent of the firm. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Question 4.
Any agreement to indulge in smuggling, black marketing etc. cannot be called partnership business in the eyes of law. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Question 5.
Limited partner is found in limited partnership firms in some European countries and the USA. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Question 6.
A partnership can be formed easily without many legal formalities. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Question 7.
The partnership firm is a flexible organisation. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Question 8.
The losses of the firm are shared by all partners equally or as per the agreed ratio. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Question 9.
Registrar will not scrutinise the application. (True/False)
Answer:
False

Question 10.
The Registration form contains the following particulars and it should be accompanied by a fee of Rs. 500/- and sent to the registrar of firms. (True/False)
Answer:
False

Student Activity

State whether the statements are True or False.

Question 1.
Partnership is an ideal form of organisation only for large size of organisation. (True/False)
Answer:
False

Question 2.
The partners of the partnership firm have unlimited liability. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Question 3.
The registration of a partnership firm is compulsory. (True/False)
Answer:
False

Question 4.
Sleeping partners simply contribute capital and share the profits and losses. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Question 5.
Partners by holdingout are not entitled to profits but are liable for the firm’s debts. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Question 6.
The partnership firm is not flexible organisation. (True/False)
Answer:
False

Question 7.
It is mandatory to publish the annual accounts of the partnership firm. (True/False)
Answer:
False

Question 8.
The share of interest of any partner can be transferred to other partners or outsiders. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Question 9.
A partnership deed is not a public document. (True/False)
Answer:
False

Question 10.
The death, insolvency, incapacity or retirement of any partner does not bring the firm to an (True/False)
Answer:
False

Regular practice with AP Inter 1st Year Commerce Study Material Chapter 4 Joint Hindu Family Business and Co-operative Society Questions and Answers helps students stay prepared for examinations.

AP Inter 1st Year Commerce 4th Lesson Joint Hindu Family Business and Co-operative Society Questions and Answers

Fill in the Blanks

Question 1.
The family members of three successive generations own the business jointly in the ____________ business.
Answer:
Joint Hindu Family

Question 2.
The membership of the JHF is acquired by ____________ in the same family.
Answer:
Birth

Question 3.
The joint Hindu Family business is governed by two laws viz, the ____________
Answer:
Dayabhaga and Mitakshara

Question 4.
____________ Hindu Law prevails in Assam and West Bengal.
Answer:
Dayabhaga

Question 5.
____________ law directs shares in the property gets fluctuate by the number of co-parceners.
Answer:
Mitakshara

Question 6.
The JHF business is governed by the Hindu succession Act of ____________
Answer:
1956

Question 7.
In JHF business ____________ liability is unlimited.
Answer:
Karta

Question 8.
In JHF business, membership is ____________
Answer:
Unlimited

Question 9.
The term ‘co-operation’ is derived from the Latin word’ ____________
Answer:
Co-operari

Question 10.
The term co-operation means working ____________
Answer:
Together

Question 11.
The motto of co-operative society is each for all and all for ____________
Answer:
Each

Question 12.
The minimum number of members required to form a co-operative society is ____________
Answer:
10

Question 13.
In the case of multi-state co-operative societies, the minimum number of members should be ____________ from each state.
Answer:
50

Question 14.
One-man one-vote exists in a ____________ business.
Answer:
Co-operative

Question 15.
In India, co-operative societies are governed by the co-operative societies Act ____________
Answer:
1912

Very Short Answer Questions

Question 1.
Joint Hindu Family.
Answer:
Joint Hindu family : The Joint Hindu Family (JHF) business is a form of business organisation run by the Hindu Undivided Family (HUF), where the family members of three successive generations own the business jointly. The head of the family of the family known as ‘Karta’ manages the business. The other members are called ‘coparceners’. All of them have equal ownership right over the properties of the business.

The members of the JHF is aquired by birth in the same family. There is no restriction for minors to become members of the business. The liability of the karta is unlimited but the liability of co-parceners is limited to the extent of their shares in the business.

Question 2.
Karta.
Answer:
The head of the Joint Hindu Family is known as ‘Karta’. He is the senior most male member of the family. The karta has the authority to manage the business as per his own will. His ways of managing cannot be questioned. The liability of Karta is unlimited.

Question 3.
Co-parcener.
Answer:
The members of the Joint Hindu Family are called co-parcener. Co-parcener is a person who has a share in the common property. The liability of the co-parcener is limited.

Question 4.
Mitakshara.
Answer:
It is one of the schools in Hindu undivided family business. It is applicable to all over India except Assam and West Bengal. According to this rule, only male members of the family get the right of inheritance on property by birth. The right on property come by brith and lost by death. Illegitimate children will have no right of inheritance till the death of the father.

Question 5.
Dayabhaga.
Answer:
This school of Hindu law prevails only in West Bengal, Assam states. According to this law, if the deceased male co-parcener has not left behind a male issue his window (or in her absence, daughter) will become a co-parcener.

Question 6.
Co-operative society.
Answer:
The term co-operation means Working together’. It is a voluntary association of persons who work together to promote their economic interests. The motto of a co-operative society is “Each for all and all for each”.

Question 7.
Registration of the society.
Answer:
Registration of the society : In India, co-operative societies are registered under the co-operative societies Act 1912 or state co-operative societies Act. The multi-state co-operative societies are registered under the multi-state co-operative societies Act 2002. Once registered, the society becomes a separate legal entity and enjoys the following privileges :

1. The society enjoys perpetual sucession.
2. It has its own common seal.
3. It can enter into agreements with others.
4. It can sue others in a court of Law.
5. It can own properties in its name.

Question 8.
Housing co-operative society.
Answer:
It is formed to provide residential accommodation to their members either on ownership basis or at fair rents. Housing co-operative buys and land constructs flats which are allotted to members.

Question 9.
Producers co-operative society.
Answer:
Producers co-operative society : These societies are formed to protect the interest of small producers and artisans by making available items they need for production, like raw- materials, tools, equipments etc.

Question 10.
Credit co-operative society.
These societies are formed to give financial help to the small farmers and other poor sections of society. These societies grant loans at cheaper rates of interest to its needs.

Question 11.
Consumer co-operative society.
Answer:
These societies are formed to protect the interest of small producers and artisans by making available items of their need for production, like raw-material, tools and equipments etc.

Question 12.
Farming co-operative societies.
Answer:
These societies are formed by the small farmers to get the benefit of large scale farming.

Question 13.
Marketing co-operative society.
Answer:
Small producers form together as marketing co-operative societies to solve the marketing problems of their products.

Short Answer Questions

Question 1.
Trace out the features of JHF business.
Answer:
The Joint Hindu Family business runs by Hindu Undivided Family in which the members are the owners jointly. The members are called as “CO-PARCENERS”. The business is managed by the head of the family, known as “KARTHA”.

Definition : A Joint Hindu Family is a family which has the same place of worship, share the same food and shares the same property of the family.

Features / Characteristics :

1. Formation : In JHF business, the minimum number of numbers is 2, having property inheritance. It is not created by an agreement but by operation of law.
2. Legal status : It is jointly owned by the members and governed by Hindu Succession Act, 1956.
3. Membership : Only the members of HUF will get membership rights by brith. Outsiders are not allowed as co-parceners.
4. Profit sharing : All co-parceners will have equal rights in profits of the business.
5. Management : The business is managed by the senior, most member of the family known as ‘Karta’ or ‘Manger’ other members do not have the right to participate in the management.
6. Liability : The personal properties of Karta are utilized to meet the liabilities of the business. The karta will have only unlimited liability, whereas coparceners will have limited liability.

Question 2.
Briefly explain different types of co-operative societies.
Answer:
The primary objective of this movement is “how to protect economically the weaker sections of society”. The co-operative form of organisation is a democratic setup. The philosophy behind co-operative movement is “All for each and each for all”.

Definition : “Co-operation is self-help made effective by organisation”.- Sir. H. Plunkeet

Types of co-operative society :

1. Consumer’s co-operative society : These are started to help lower and middle class people. These societies protect weaker sections of the society.
2. Producer’s co-operative societies : These societies are established for the benefit of small producers.
3. Marketing co-operatives : These societies are association of producers for selling their products at remunerative prices. These societies provide services like grading, warehousing, insurance etc.
4. Housing co-operative societies : These societies provides loan facilities to the weaker sections of the society to construct own houses.
5. Farming co-operative societies : These are the societies formed to reap the benefits of large scale farming on scientific lines. These are called “agricultural credit societies”.
6. Credit co-operative societies : These societies are formed to give financial help to the small farmers and other poor sections of society.

Question 3.
What privileges are enjoyed by registered co-operative society ?
Answer:
A registered co-operative society enjoys several privileges, including the ability to hold property, enter contracts, and democratic management. They also have the right to access government resources, preferential treatment in certain areas, and may be eligible for tax exemptions.

Legal and operational privileges :

1. Seperate legal entity : Registered co-operative societies are treated as a distinct legal entity from their members, allowing them to own property, enter contracts, sue and be sued, and perform other legal actions in their own name.
2. Limited liability : Member’s liability is typically limited to the amount of their shareholdings meaning their personal assets are not at risk if the society increase debts.
3. Perpetual succession : The society continues to exist even if members leave or die, ensuring uninterupted operation.
4. Property ownership and contracts : Registered societies can own property, enter into contracts, and conduct business activities for their purposes.
5. Preferential treatment : They may receive preferential treatment in accessing government resources, programs and services.
6. Tax exemption/deductions : Some co-operative societies may be eligible for tax exemptions or deductions, depending on the specific regulations and their activities.

Question 4.
What are the features of co-operative society ?
Answer:
The term “co-operation” is derived from ‘co-operi’ which means with and together.

Definition : “A society which has its objectives the promotion of the interest of its members in association with co-operative society is “Each for all and all for each”.

Characteristics / Features :

1. Voluntary Association : Members join the co-operative society voluntarily i.e., by their own choice.
2. Open membership : The membership is open to all those having a common economic interest.
3. Number of members : A minimum of 10 members are required to form a co-operative society.
4. State control : The registration is compulsory. Every co-operative society comes under the control of supervision of Government.
5. Capital: The capital of the co-operative society is contributed by its members. It depends on the loan from government.
6. Democratic set up : The management is selected through one-man, one-vote system. Co-operative business stands or falls with democracy.
7. Service motive : Primary objective of co-operative society is to provide service to its members.
8. Return on capital investment : Every member get returns on their investment in the form of dividend.

Question 5.
What are the advantages of Joint Hindu Family business organisation ?
Answer:
Meaning : The Joint Hindu Family business runs by Hindu Undivided Family, in which the members are the owners jointly. The members are call as “Co-parceners”.

Definition : “A Joint Hindu Family is a family which has the same place of worship, shares the same food and share the same property of the family”.

Merits / Advantages :

1. Perpetuity or continuity : It is not dissolved by death or insanity of a co-parcener. The stability of the business increases the reputation in the market.
2. Centralized and efficient management: The business affairs are managed by Kartha only. Hence, unity of command, disciplined management, maintenance of secrecy etc. are possible.
3. No limit to membership : The membership of the co-parcener can be obtained birth in the family. So there is no limit on maximum number.
4. Better credit: When compared to a sole trader, the credit worthiness is better. As kartha is having unlimited liability, the credit facilities are also available.
5. Quick decisions : Kartha can only take decisions. No need to consult any other coparcener. Hence, there will be no delay in taking and implementation of decisions pertaining to decisions.

Question 6.
Explain the advantages of a co-operative form of business organisation.
Answer:
Advantages / Merits :

1. Easy Formation : A co-operative society is formed voluntarily. There are no many legal formalities. It can be formed by 10 persons as minimum. Its registration is easy.
2. Democratic management : Every member can vote irrespective of shares held by them. Every member ha an equal voice in the management. In this way the management is done in a democratic way.
3. Limited Liability : The liability of the members is limited.
4. Perpetual Existence : It is not affected by the death or insolvency of any member. It continues its business.
5. Service Motto : It is started not for profits but for service. The members are provided with goods at cheap rates. A feeling of co-operation is created among members.
6. State Patronage : They get financial and non-financial help from the government because they work for the uplift of weaker sections of society.

Question 7.
State the disadvantage of Joint Hindu Family business organisations.
Answer:
Disadvantages / Demerits / Limitations :

1. No direct relation between efforts and rewards : Kartha manages the entire business and the others will share the fruits of the business. There will be no scope for developing leadership qualities, problem solving ability, business handling skills etc. Moreover, idleness may results in laziness.
2. Limited managerial ability : As there is scarcity in man power, no scope for managerial ability.
3. Limited capital and financial resources : The investment is limited to the extent of the property held by the family. In sometimes it may not be adequate for the necessary steps to be taken in business. Financial resources are very limited for Joint Hindu Families.
4. May lead to selfishness of Kartha : Kartha having unlimited powers. And he is not answerable to anybody. He may behave selfishly and manipulate the accounts.
5. Lack of stability : The stability of this form of business is linked with joint family. But the joint family system is breaking very fast now-a-days. So this form of organisation lacks stability.

Question 8.
What are the disadvantages of co-operative business organisation ?
Answer:
Demerits / Disadvantages / Limitations :

1. Limited Resources : The co-operative societies are not able to raise huge amount of capital because the members usually come from a limited area.
2. Inefficiency Management; A co-operative is managed by the members. The members usually lack of experience and managerial capacity. In efficient management may lead to heavy loss.
3. Absence of motivation : The co-operative are non-profit making concerns. Though the society makes huge profits, the members get a very low rate of dividend. So they do not take any active part and interest in the management. Employees also do not have any interest to work hard as they get low salaries.
4. Lack of Co-operation : The success of a society depends upon two factors. Co-operation from members and members familiarity with the principles. But in practice both these conditions are very rarely observed.
5. Lack of secrecy : It is very difficult to maintain business secrets which are very important for the success of a business unit.
6. Political Interference : Generally, members of co-operative society are affiliated to political parties. Political interference is a great problem.

Long Answer Questions

Question 1.
Define the co-operative society and explain its features.
Answer:
Meaning : The term “co-operation” is derived from ‘co-operi’ which means with and together.

Definition : “A society which has its objectives the promotion of the interest of its members in accordance with co-operative principles”. – Indian Co-operative Societies Act, 1912

Features / Characteristics (Principles) :

1. Voluntary Association : Everyone is act liberty to enter or leave the co-operative society as and when he likes. Nobody is compelled to join a co-operative society. Voluntary membership has also been responsible for the success of co-operative movement.
2. Membership is open for all : The management of a co-operative society is opened to all irrespective of religion, caste, creed, colour or political affiliation. The primary aim of co-operatives is to serve its members.
3. State control : The registration is compulsory. Every co-operative society comes under the control and supervision of Government.
4. Capital : As the capital contributed by the members is very limited the society often depends on the loan from government along with assistance from state/central government and apex institutions.
5.  Democratic Management : The management of a co-operative society is always on democratic lines. All the members of a society select of a body of persons to conduct and control the day-to-day working of the society.
6. Number of members : Ten members are sufficient to form a society. There is no limitation on maximum number. But after formation of society, the maximum number is to be disclosed.
7. Service Motive : The Primary objective of co-operative societies is to provide services to their members.
8. Return on capital investment : Members purchase shares in the society to invest capital. The members get returns on their capital investment in the form of dividend.
9. Distribution of surplus : The co-operative act has a provision to distribute certain percentage of profits as dividends to its members.
10. Registration of the society : jn India, co-operative societies is registered under the co-operative societies Act-1912 under the state co-operative societies act.
11. Equal voting rights : One man, one vote is the co-operative principle.
12. Liability of members : Generally, the members of the society will have limited liability.
13. Separate legal entity : A registered cooperative society will enjoy the perpetual succession.
14. Privileges and exemptions : A registered co-operative society enjoys certain privileges, exceptions and concessions.
15. Perpetual Succession : The society enjoys perpetual succession by having common seal.

Question 2.
What is Joint Hindu Family business? Discuss its main features.
Answer:
The Joint Hindu Family business runs by Hindu Undivided Family in which the members are the owners jointly The members are called as “CO-PARCENERS”. The business is managed by the head of the family, known as “KARTHA”.

Definition : A Joint Hindu Family is a family which has the same place of worship, share the same food and shares the same property of the family.

Features / Characteristics :

1. Formation : In JHF business, the minimum number of numbers is 2, having property inheritance. The contractual relation with respect to the business can be constituted to Hindu Law, but not by agreement.
2. Legal status : It is jointly owned by the members and governed by Hindu Succession Act, 1956.
3. Membership : Only the members of HUF will get membership rights by birth. Outsiders are not allowed as coparceners.
4. Profit sharing : All coparceners will have equal rights in profits of the business.
5. Management : The business is managed by the senior, member of the family called “Kartha”. Accounts are also maintained and managed by Kartha.
6. Liability The personal properties of Kartha are utilized to meet the liabilities of the business. That is kartha will only have unlimited liability, whereas coparceners will have limited liability.
7. Continuity : Death of the coparceners will not affect the existence of the business. Death of Kartha leads to occupy the place of kartha by next eldest person.
8. Dissolution : If the coparceners are dissatisfied, the business can be dissolved by mutual agreement or by partition suit in the court of law.

Question 3.
Define co-operative society and explain the different types of co-operative
societies.
Answer:
Definition : The Indian Co-operative societies Act, 1912, section (4) defines a co-operative society as “a society, which has its objectives for the promotion of economic interests of its members in accordance with co-operative principles”.

Types of Co-operative Societies : According to the needs of the people, we find different types of co-operative societies in India.
Some of the important types are given below :

1. Consumer’s Co-operative Societies : These societies are formed to protect the enterest of consumers by making available consumer goods of high quality at reasonable prices.
2. Producer’s Co-operative Societies : These societies are formed to protect the interest of small producers and artisans by making available items they need for production, like raw-materials, tools, equipments etc.
3. Marketing co-operative Societies : Small producers form together as marketing co-operative societies to solve the marketing problem of their products.
4. Housing Co-operative Societies : Housing co-operative societies are formed generally in urban areas to provide residential housing facilities to their members.
5. Farming Co-operative Societies : These societies are formed by the small farmers to get the benefit of large-scale farming.
6. Credit Co-operative Societies : These societies are started by persons who need credit. They accept deposits from the members and grant them loans at a reasonable rate of Interest.

Question 4.
A co-operative form of organisation is a method of “self-help”. Discuss.
Answer:
The co-operative movement started in England by Robert – Owen in the year 1844.

The “co-operation” is derived from ‘co-operi’ which means with and together.

Definition : “A society which has its objectives the promotion of the interest of its members in accordance with co-operative principles. – Indian Co-operative Society Act, 1912

Features :

1. Voluntary Association : Members of the society can be joined at their will, i.e., their own choice.
2. Open membership : Any one can become its member irrespective of caste, creed, religion, sex, etc.
3. Number of members : Atleast 10 members are required to form a co-operative society.
4. Democratic set up : Every member will have equal voting right, irrespective of shares and the management works on the democratic lines of management.
5. Service motive : The main objective of co-operative society is to render service to its
   members.
6. Distribution of surplus : Profits of the society are distributed in the form of dividend to its members. Some statutory reserve will also be kept a side for the welfare of the society.

Hence, from the above definitions, co-operative society is a voluntary association of persons who work together to promote their economic interests. It works on the principle of self-help and mutual help. It is reflected in profit distribution, decision making, entering as a member and the service motto of “each for all and all for each”.

Question 5.
State the advantages and disadvantages of Joint Hindu Family business organisation.
Answer:
The Joint Hindu Family business runs by Hindu Undivided Family, in which the members are the owners jointly. The members are call as “Coparceners”. The business is managed by the head of the family, known as “Kartha”.

Definition : “A Joint Hindu Family is a family which has the same place of worship, shares the same food and share the same property of the family”.

Merits / Advantages :

1. Perpetuity or continuity : It is not dissolved by death or insanity of a coparcener. The stability of the business increases the reputation in the market.
2.  Centralized and efficient management: The business affairs are managed by Kartha only.
3. No limit to membership : The membership of the coparcener can be obtained by birth in the family. So there is no limit on maximum number.
4. Better credit: When compared to a sale trader, the credit worthiness is better. As kartha is having unlimited liability, the credit facilities are also available.
5. Quick decisions : Kartha can only take decisions. No need to consult any other coparcener.

Disadvantages / Demerits / Limitations :

1. No direct relation between efforts and rewards : Kartha manages the entire business and the others will share the fruits of the business. There will be no scope for developing leadership qualities, dynamism, problem solving ability, business handling skills etc. Moreover, idleness may results in laziness.
2. Limited managerial ability : As there is scarcity in man power, no scope for managerial ability.
3. Limited capital and financial resources : The investment is limited to the extent of the property held by the family. Financial resources are very limited for Joint Hindu Families.
4. May lead to selfishness of Kartha : Kartha having unlimited powers. And he is not answerable to anybody. He may behave selfish and manipulate the accounts.
5. Lack of stability : The stability of this form of business is linked with joint family. So this form organisation lacks stability.

Question 6.
Explain the advantages and disadvantages of a co-operative form of business organization.
Answer:
The term “co-operation” is derived from ‘co-operi’ which means with and together.

The motto of co-operative society is “Each for all and all for each”.

Definition : “A society which has its objectives the promotion of the interest of its members in accordance with co-operative principles”. – Indian Co-operative Societies Act, 1912

Merits / Advantages :

1. Easy Formation : It is formed voluntarily. There are no legal formalities. It can be formed by 10 persons as minimum. Its Registration is easy.
2. Democratic management : It is elected by the members from among themselves. All members are given equal voting rights. So these asociations are run on democratic principles.
3. Limited Liability : The liability of the members is limited.
4. Perpetual Existence : It is not affected by the death or insolvency of any member. It continues its business.
5. Economical operations : The operations carries on by a co-operative society turnout to be quite economical due to elimination of the middlemen.
6. Tax concessions : The law gives preferential treatment to co-operative societies in the form of tax concessions and exceptions.
7. State Patronage : To get financial and non-financial help from the government because they work for the uplift of weaker sections of society.
8. Service Motto : The co-operative societies are started not for profit but for service. The members are provided with goods at cheap rates. A feeling of co-operation is created among members.
9. Cordial relations among members : Co-operatives work on the concept of “All for each and each for all”. As a result, they foster friendship and faternity among members.
10. No speculation in shares : In co-operative society membership is always open to new members. Any person can buy new shares at any time. There is no scope for speculation.
11. Social Utility : This kind of business organisation provides education and training in democracy, self-Government, self-help, mutual help and spirit of service etc. among members.
12. Elimination of middle men : The co-operative societies purchase goods from manufactures / producers directly and supply goods to consumers directly middlemen will be eliminated, which leads to reduction in sales price.
13. Check on the other business organisations : Co-operative societies supply goods at reasonable price even when the other organisations are supplying at more costs. It reduces the exploitation of consumer by other organizations.
14. Provision of employment : Trade and industry have flourished in the co-operative sector with the aids of the state. They create employment avenues in the market. The co¬operative sector and provided jobs to the people.

Demerits / Disadvantages / Limitations :

1. Limited Resources : The co-operative societies are not able to raise huge amount of capital because the members usually come from a limited area.
2. Inefficiency Management : A co-operative society is managed by the members. The members usually lack of experience and managerial capacity. Inefficient management may lead to heavy loss.
3. Absence of motivation : The co-operatives are non-profit making concerns. Employees also do not have any interest to work hard as they get low salaries.
4. Lack of Co-operation : Co-operation from members and members familiarity with the principles. But in practice both these conditions are very rarely observed.
5. Lack of secrecy : It is very difficult to maintain business secrets which are very important for the success of a business unit.
6. Political Interference : Generally, members of co-operative society are affiliated to political parties. Political interference is a great problem.
7. No credit : Credit is not allowed in co-operative society. Generally people buy their requirements from other shops on credit. It is loss to the society.
8. Lack of public confidence : The co-operative societies have achieved only limited success in many countries. That has ended, the confidence of the public.
9. Excessive Government Interference : Excessive state participation and regulation kills the voluntary, character of the co-operative organisation.
10. Limited scope : They have limited capital-raising power. They cannot undertake large- scale operations.

Check Your Knowledge

I. Fill in the blanks for the following questions :

Question 1.
In a Joint Hindu Family, who is the head of the family and manages the property ____________
Answer:
The karta

Question 2.
Besides bank, the other formal major source of cheap credit in rural areas are ____________
Answer:
More than one of the above

Question 3.
A co-operative society is an example for ____________
Answer:
Formal group

Question 4.
Co-operative movement first started in ____________
Answer:
England

Question 5.
Co-operatives in India follow this type of organisation structure ____________
Answer:
Federal structure

Question 6.
At least 10 adults, no maximum limit incase of ____________
Answer:
Co-operative society

Question 7.
Apex society represents ____________
Answer:
state level

Question 8.
The urban credit co-operatives are also known as ____________
Answer:
Urban co-operative banks

Question 9.
Co-operative Banks that fall under the banking regulation Act of 1949 are controlled by ____________
Answer:
RBI

Question 10.
The principle followed in a co-operative society is ____________
Answer:
One-man one-vote

Question 11.
JHF stands for ____________
Answer:
Joint Hindu Family

Question 12.
“CO” means ____________
Answer:
With

Question 13.
Operari means ____________
Answer:
To work

Question 14.
Co-operative society maximum number ____________
Answer:
Unlimited

Question 15.
Karta ____________
Answer:
Head of the family

State whether the statement are True or False.

Question 1.
Housing co-operative societies are formed in Rural areas. (True/False)
Answer:
False

Question 2.
In, India co-operative societies are registered under the co-operative societies Act 1922. (True/False)
Answer:
False

Question 3.
The primary objective of all co-operative societies is to provide services to its members. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Question 4.
Members join the co-operative society voluntarily. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Question 5.
The liability of co-parceners is unlimited. (True/False)
Answer:
False

Question 6.
In JHF business there must be at least two members in the family. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Question 7.
Kartha has all rights on property. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Question 8.
The school of HUF prevails in entire India except in Assam and West Bengal. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Question 9.
HUF stands for Hindu Unity Family. (True/False)
Answer:
False

Question 10.
JHF stands for Joint Hindu Family. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Question 11.
As per the ‘Dayabhaga’ system of British law. (True/False)
Answer:
False

Question 12.
Death of any co-parceners does not affect the continuity of business. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Question 13.
Latin Word “co-operari”. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Question 14.
The motto of co-operative society is “Each for all and all for each. (True/False)
Answer:
False

Question 15.
The capital of the co-operative society is contributed by its members. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Student Activity

State whether the statements are True or False.

Question 1.
The HUF business is managed by Karta. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Question 2.
In Mitakshara the membership is acquired by birth. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Question 3.
The co-parceners have equal ownership rights over the profits of the business. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Question 4.
The minor cannot be a member of the HUF business. (True/False)
Answer:
False

Question 5.
The HUF business is governed by the Hindu succession Act of 1956. (True/False)
Answer:
False

Question 6.
The Karta has a limited liability. (True/False)
Answer:
False

Question 7.
The term co-operation is derived from the French word co-operari. (True/False)
Answer:
False

Question 8.
The co-operative society’s basic principles are self-help and mutual help. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Question 9.
The minimum number of members required to form a co-operative society is 5. (True/False)
Answer:
False

Question 10.
The Registration of a co-operative society is not compulsory. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Regular practice with AP Inter 1st Year Commerce Study Material Chapter 3 Sole Proprietorship Questions and Answers helps students stay prepared for examinations.

AP Inter 1st Year Commerce 3rd Lesson Sole Proprietorship Questions and Answers

Fill in the Blanks

Question 1.
The arrangement of ownership and management of business organisations is termed as ___________ organisation.
Answer:
Business

Question 2.
A sole proprietorship is also known as ___________ entrepreneurship.
Answer:
Individual

Question 3.
___________ is the oldest form of business organisation.
Answer:
A sole proprietorship

Question 4.
The ___________ form of business organisation has a single owner.
Answer:
Sole proprietorship

Question 5.
The liability of the sole proprietor is ___________.
Answer:
Unlimited

Very Short Answer Questions

Question 1.
Business Organisation ?
Answer:
In order to carryout any business and to achieve of objective of earning profit, it is required to bring together all the resources and put them into action in a systematic way and to co-ordinate and controll all these activities properly. This arrangement is knownas “Business Organisation”.

Question 2.
Sole proprietorship.
Answer:

• “A type of business unit where one person is solely responsible for providing the capital and bearing the risk of the enterprise, and for the management of the business”. – J.L. Hanson
• “Sole proprietorship is a form of business where the individual proprietor is the supreme judge of all matters pertaining to his business”. – Kimball and Kimball

Question 3.
Unlimited liability.
Answer:
The liability of the sole proprietor is unlimited. Incase of loss, if his business assets are not enough to make the payment of business liabilities, his personal property can also be utilised to pay off the liabilities of the business.

Question 4.
Explain any two characteristics of Sole trade business.
Answer:
Characteristics/Features of sole trade business :

1. Single ownership : The sole proprietorship form of business organisation has a single owner who himself/herself starts the business by bringing together all the resources.
2. Less Legal Formalities : The formation and operation of a sole proprietorship form of business organisation involves less legal formalities. Thus, its formation is quite easy and simple.

Question 5.
Explain any two limitations of Sole trade business.
Answer:
Limitations of sole trade business :

1. Limited Resources : The resources of a sole proprietor are always limited. Being a single owner, it is not always possible to arrange sufficient funds from his own sources. Again borrowing funds from friends and relatives or banks has its own implications. So, the proprietor has a limited capacity to raise funds for his business.
2. Unlimited Liability : In the eyes of the law, the proprietor and the business are one and the same. So, personal properties of the owner can also be used to meet the business obligation and debts.

Question 6.
One man control.
Answer:
One man control : The controlling power of the sole proprietorship business always remain with the owner. He/she runs the business as per his/her own will.

Question 7.
No separate Entity.
Answer:
The sole proprietorship unit does not have an entity separate from the owner. The businessman and its enterprise are one and the same, and the businessman is responsible for everything that happens in his business firm.

Question 8.
What is the meaning of sole proprietorship ?
Answer:
It is a business organisation in which a single individual introduces his own capital, skill and intelligence in the management of the affairs. He is solely responsible for the results of its operations.

Question 9.
Write about lack of continuity.
Answer:
The sole trader has to run his business on his ability and capacity. When he suffers from a long illness or when he dies the business may be closed down. There is no continuity in the sole trading concern.

Question 10.
Explain Direct Motivation.
Answer:
The sole proprietor takes keen interest in the working of the business. He tries put his heart and soul in the business so as to earn as much profits as he can. There is direct relationship between effort and reward.

Question 11.
Explain Limited Resources.
Answer:
The resources of a sole proprietor are limited. He has only two sources of securing capital – personal savings and borrowings on personal securities. There is a limit to which a single person can invest. Therefore, the sole trading concern has limited capital.

Question 12.
Write about quick decisions.
Answer:
He is the supreme master of his business. He has to take all the business decisions himself. He need not consult any other person. If more than one person is involved in decision-making, then delay is bound or occurs.

Short Answer Questions

Question 1.
Explain the features of sole proprietorship (or) characteristics.
Answer:
Features / Characteristics :

1. Single ownership : The business organisation has a single ownership. The proprietor brings all the resources. One man contributes capital.
2. No separation of ownership and management : The owner manages the business using his/her own intelligence and skill. There is no scope for distinguish ownership and management as in the case of other organisations like joint stock companies.
3. Less number of legal formalities : Formation of sole proprietorship is very simple and easy. A lesser number of legal formalities is required. Registration is not also compulsory.
4. No separate Entity : The businessman and business enterprise are one and the same. There is no separate legal entity. Hence, the proprietor is responsible for every act of the business.
5. No share in profits or losses : The sole proprietor enjoys all the benefits and he has to borne all the losses solely. The proprietor has to face the risk alone.
6. Unlimited Liability : The liability of the sole proprietor is unlimited. That is, the liabilities of the business are to be re-paid even by utilizing personal assets.
7. One-man control: The controlling power of the sole proprietorship rests with the owner. On the will of the owner business will be managed and controlled.
8. Limited area of operations : This kind of business is not so easy to scatter everywhere, due to limited capability of managerial abilities and resources.

Question 2.
What is meant by Business Organisation ?
Answer:
Arrangement of ownership and management of business organisations is termed as ‘Forms of Business Organisation’. Business organisations may be owned and managed by a single individual (sole proprietorship) or a group of individuals (Partnership) or in the form of a company (Joint stock company). In India, business organisations usually take the following forms.

Question 3.
What is sole proprietorship ?
Answer:
The sole proprietor is an individual who owns and manages a business. The individual brings his own or borrowed capital, manages the business himself, bears all the risks alone, enjoys all profits, suffers all losses.

Definition:

1. According to Wheeler : The sole proprietorship is that form of business ownership which is owned and controlled by a single individual. He receives all the profits and bears the risks of his property in the success or failure of the enterprise”.
2. According to Kimball & Kimball: “The individual proprietor is the supreme judge of all matters pertaining to his business subject only to the general laws of land and to such special legislation as may effect his particular business”.

Question 4.
Explain the limitations of a sole trader.
Answer:
Demerits/Disadvantages/Limitations of sole proprietorship :

1. Limited Resources : The resources of a sole proprietor are limited. He has only two sources of securing capital. Personal savings and borrowings on personal securities. There is a limit to which a single person can invest. Therefore, the sole trading concern has limited capital.
2. Limited managerial ability : A single person may not be an expert in all fields. This business organisation always suffers from lack of managerial expertise.
3. Unlimited Liability : The liability of a sole proprietor is unlimited. His private properties can also be used for meeting business losses. So, he never shows interest of expansion.
4. Less scope for economies of scale : Sole trader usually operates on small scale only. So, he cannot enjoy the benefits of large-scale production. This may raise the cost of business operations.
5. Limited area of operations : Generally the sole trader’s activities cannot go beyond a certain area due to his limited skill and resources.
6. No Division of Labour : The sole trader has limited capital. So he cannot hire the service of experts. Therefore, there is no specialization or division of labour in the sole trading concern.
7. Lack of continuity : The continuity of the business is linked with the life of the proprietor illness, death of insolvency of the proprietor can lead to closure of the business. Thus, the continuity of business is uncertain.
8. Restricted growth : The limitations of capital and managerial ability act as a barrier to the development and expansion of business. Economies of large-scale manufacturing buying and selling cannot be obtained.

Question 5.
Explain the advantages of sole proprietorship.
Answer:
Merits / Advantages :

1. Easy Formation : It can be very easily started no legal formalities are necessary business.
2. Direct motivation : The entire profit of the business goes to the owner. This motivates the proprietor to work hard and run the business effectively and efficiently.
3. Business secrets : In this form of organisation the secretes can be retained easily.
4. Direct contact with customers : He can establish and maintain personal touch with his customers.
5. Economy in management: The sole trader knows that he is the only person to bear all the losses of his business.
6. Personal relations with employees : He establishes personal and direct contact with his employees.
7. Quick decisions : He is the supreme master of his business. He has to take all the business decisions himself.
8. Social Advantages : This form of organisation provides employment opportunities. It prevents concentration of economic wealth and power in the hands of a few individuals and encourages decentralization.
9. Flexibility in operation : Changes in the buusiness are necessary. The sole trading concern is dynamic in its nature. The nature of the business can be easily changed according to the changing market conditions. So, it is an ideal form of business organisation.
10. Easy Dissolution : There is no scope of difference of opinion in case of dissolution of business.

Long Answer Questions

Question 1.
Define Sole Proprietorship and discuss its merits and demerits.
Answer:
Any business unit which is owned and run by a single person is known as sole trade. This organisation is also known as sole proprietorship.

Definitions :
“The individual entrepreneurship is the form of business on the head of which stands an individual as the one who is responsible who directs its operations, who alone runs the risk of failure”. – L.H. Haney

“A type of business unit where one person is solely responsible for providing the capital and bearing the risk of the enterprise, and for management of the business”. – J.L. Hanson

Merits / Advantages :

1. Easy Formation : It can be very easily started no legal formalities are necessary for its formation.
2. Direct motivation : The sole proprietor takes keen interest in the working of the business.
3. Business secrets : In this form of organisation the secrets can be retained easily.
4. Direct contact with customers : He can establish and maintain personal touch with his customers.
5. Quick Decisions : He is the supreme master of his business. He has to take all the business decisions himself.
6. Economy in management: The sole trader knows that he is the only person to bear all the losses of his business.
7. Personal relations with employees : He establishes personal and direct contact with his employees.
8. Social Advantages : This form of organisation provides employment opportunities.
9. Flexibility in operation : It >s very easy to initiate and implement changes as per the requirements of the business.
10. Easy Dissolution : There is no scope of difference of opinion in case of dissolution of business.

Demerits / Disadvantages / Limitations :

1. Limited Resources : The resources of a sole proprietor are limited. There is a limit to which a single person can invest. Therefore, the sole trading concern has limited capital.
2. Limited managerial ability : He will not be able to devote sufficient time for all types of activities. Hence, limited managerial capacity will hinder the growth of concern.
3. Unlimited liability : The liability of a sole trader is unlimited. So personal properties of the owner can also he used to meet the business obligations and debts.
4. Less scope of economies of scale : Sole trader usually operates on small scale only. So, he cannot enjoy the benefits of large-scale production.
5. No division of labour : Sole trader has limited capital. So he cannot hire the service of experts. Therefore, there is no specialization or division of labour in the sole trading concern.
6. Limited area of operation : Generally, the sole trader’s activities cannot go beyond a certain area due to his limited skill and resources.
7. Lack of continuity : The continuity of the business is linked with the life of the proprietor. Illness, death or insolvency of the proprietor can lead to closure of the business. Thus, the continuity of business is uncertain.
8. Restricted growth : The limitations of capital and managerial ability act as breaker to the development and expansion of business.

Question 2.
Define Sole proprietorship and explain the features of sole proprietorship.
Answer:
It is a business organisation in which a single individual introduces his own capital, skill and intelligence in the management of its affairs. He is solely responsible for the results of its operations.

Definition : “A type of business unit where one person is solely responsible for providing the capital and bearing the risk of the enterprize, and for the management of the business”. – J.L. Hanson

Features / Characteristics :

1. One man ownership : The ownership lies with one person only. He invests his own money or borrow from his friends or relatives.
2. No seperation of ownership and management : The owner himself manages the business. The separation of ownership from management is not present in this form of organisation.
3. No legal formalities : No legal formalities are required to start sole trading business. However, in some cases, a licence may be required.
4. No separate entity : The business does not have any entity separate from the owner. The owner and the business are one and the same.
5. Sharing of profits : One person is the sole owner of the business. He takes all profits and bears all losses. There is direct relationship between efforts and rewards.
6. Unlimited liability : The liability of the sole proprietor is unlimited and the creditors has the right to come a cross the personal properties of him.
7. Secrecy : All important decisions are taken by the owner himself. He keeps all business secrets only to himself.

Question 3.
“One man show is the best in the world provided that one man is big enough to take care of everything”. Discuss.
Answer:
Any business unit which is owned and run by a single person is known as sole trade.

Definition : “A type of business unit where one person is solely responsible for providing the capital and bearing the risk of the enterprise, and for the management of the business”. – J.L. Hanson

We can say that a sole trade is one man show basing on the following points :

1. The business is started by the initiative of a single person and he contributes complete efforts.
2. As the sole trade unit is a small business concern it is possible to keep all business secrets.
3. The sole proprietor invests the necessary capital in the business from his own sources.
4. Legally, the sole trader does not have separate legal entity from his business.
5. A sole trader is having unlimited liability.
6. A sole trade business has generally a limited area of operations, the reason being the limited resources and managerial abilities of the sole trader.
7. The proprietor managers the whole business himself.
8. He enjoys all profits and bears losses if any.
9. There is direct relationship between efforts and reward.
10. The sole proprietor takes keen interest in the working of the business.
11. The proprietor can establish and maintain personal touch with his customers.
12. The sole trader is the supreme master of his business.
13. Changes in the business are necessary.
14. The sole trader tries to avoid all kinds of waste and unnecessary expenses.
15. The sole trader introduces his children into the business.
16. The proprietor establishes personal and direct contact with his employees.

In sole trade large number of traders was entered in different types of business. There is no scope of difference of opinion in case of dissolution of business. Therefore, “one man show is the best in the world provided that one man is big enough to take care of everything”.

Check Your Knowledge

I. Fill in the blanks for the following questions :

Question 1.
A business ___________ can be owned and against in several forms.
Answer:
Enterprize

Question 2.
Registration is not compulsory in the form of business ___________
Answer:
Sole proprietorship

Question 3.
The proprietor is ___________ of the business.
Answer:
Sole owner

Question 4.
All is he and he is ___________
Answer:
All

Question 5.
The simplest form of the business ownership is a ___________
Answer:
Proprietorship

Question 6.
“Supreme Judge of all matters pertaining to his business” who said ___________
Answer:
Kimbal & Kimbal

Question 7.
As per law ___________ and ___________ are same.
Answer:
Proprietor and business

II. State whether the statement are True or False.

Question 1.
A sole proprietorship is a form of business organisation in which an individual invests his own capital. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Question 2.
The business unit does not have an entity separate from the owner. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Question 3.
The proprietor works hard and run business efficiently. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Question 4.
The business secrets are known only to the proprietor. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Student Activity

State whether the statements are True or False.

Question 1.
A sole proprietorship form of business is suitable for large – scale business operations. (True/False)
Answer:
False

Question 2.
A sole proprietorship business is managed by a single individual. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Question 3.
The liability of the sole proprietor is limited. (True/False)
Answer:
False

Question 4.
To form a sole proprietorship business, more legal formalities are involved. (True/False)
Answer:
False

Question 5.
The decision – making is quick and easy in a sole proprietorship. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Question 6.
The resources of a sole proprietor are unlimited. (True/False)
Answer:
False

Regular practice with AP Inter 1st Year Commerce Study Material Chapter 2 Business Activities Questions and Answers helps students stay prepared for examinations.

AP Inter 1st Year Commerce 2nd Lesson Business Activities Questions and Answers

Fill in the Blanks

Question 1.
The production side of business activity is referred to as _________
Answer:
Industry

Question 2.
The equation form of _________ is industry + commerce.
Answer:
Business

Question 3.
The equation form of _________ is trade + aids to trade.
Answer:
Commerce

Question 4.
_________ refers to the quality of life enjoyed by the members of a society.
Answer:
Standard of living

Question 5.
_________ is also known as ‘external trade’ or ‘International trade’.
Answer:
Foreign Trade

Question 6.
_________ is also known as ‘domestic trade’ or ‘internal trade’.
Answer:
Home Trade

Question 7.
Entrepot trade is also known as _________ trade.
Answer:
Re-export

Question 8.
Personal hindrances can be removed by _________.
Answer:
Trade

Question 9.
_________ removes the hindrance of place.
Answer:
ransportation

Question 10.
_________ services remove the hindrance of financial problems.
Answer:
Banking

Question 11.
_________ removes the hindrance of time.
Answer:
Warehouse

Question 12.
_________ removes the hindrance of risk.
Answer:
Insurance

Question 13.
_________ removes the hindrance of knowledge.
Answer:
Advertisement

Question 14.
_________ removes the hindrance of information.
Answer:
Communication

Question 15.
The _________ connects links between the producers and the retailers.
Answer:
Wholesalers

Question 16.
The _________ connects links between wholesalers and consumers.
Answer:
Retailers

Very Short Answer Questions

Question 1.
Industry.
Answer:
Industry is concerned with making or manufacturing of goods. Simply means the production of wealth or value. Industry is the backbone to the commerce and trade. Both industry and commerce are the part & parcel of business.

Question 2.
Commerce.
Answer:
The word “commerce” means and includes all the efforts originating for transfer of goods and services from their place of origin to the place of consumption.
Commerce = Trade + Aids to Trade where Trade = Purchase and sale of goods & services
Aids to Trade = Transport, Communication, Warehousing, insurance, banking, advertisement.

Question 3.
Trade.
Answer:
Trade is a branch of commerce. It connects buying & selling activities. An individual who does trade is called a trader. Trader transfers the goods from the producer to the consumer. He earns profit form this activity.

Question 4.
Home Trade.
Answer:
Trade takes place between the individuals of the same country (or) with in the geographical boundaries of a country is called “Home Trade”. It is also called as Domestic Trade or Internal Trade.

Question 5.
Foreign Trade.
Answer:
The trade takes place between individuals of different countries is called “Foreign Trade”or “International Trade”.

Question 6.
Entrepot Trade or Re-export Trade.
Answer:
It means importing (buying) goods from one country for the purpose of exporting (selling) them to another country. This type of trade is also known as re-export trade.

Question 7.
Genetic Industries.
Answer:
Genetic Industry is related to the re-producing and multiplying of certain species of animals and plants with the object of earning profits from their sale. Nature, climate and Environment play an important role in these industries.
Ex : Plant nurseries, Poultry forms. Cattle breeding etc.

Question 8.
Extractive Industry.
Answer:
The extractive industry is engaged in raising some form of wealth from the soil, climate, air and water. Here nature does not everything and man does very little to add it. All that the man has to do is simply to take out what the nature has already given.
Ex : Extractive industries are mining, fishing, agriculture, extraction of timber, rubber from forest etc.

Question 9.
Warehousing.
Answer:
The goods are produced in anticipation of demand. They may also be produced at a time when they are not needed. So there is time gap between the production and consumption. This gap is filed up by warehouses. Warehouses store the goods and protect the goods until the goods are consumed.

Question 10.
Transportation.
Answer:
The goods are taken from a place where there is a less demand, to the places where they are in more demand. These goods are to be taken to the source of consumption with the help transport facilities we can create ‘Place utility’ in goods.

Question 11.
Banking.
Answer:
The traders purchase goods from the producers and sell them to the consumers. It takes time to collect money after sale. There is a need of finance to trade activities. The commercial banks help trade in the form of overdrafts, loan etc.

Question 12.
Wholesale Trade.
Answer:
Buying and selling of goods in large quantities is called “wholesale trade”. A wholesaler buys goods in large quantities from the producers and sells in small quantities to retailers.

Question 13.
Retail Trade.
Answer:
Retail Traders sell goods in small quantities directly to the consumers. A person who is involved in the retail trade is called “retailer”. He maintains all varieties of goods to attract the consumers for sales either in cash or credit.

Question 14.
Consumer goods.
Answer:
The goods which are acquired for the purpose of consumption are called consumer goods. Consumer goods are the goods those can be used directly by the consumers food grains, textiles etc.

Question 15.
Producer goods.
Answer:
The goods which are acquired for the purpose of production are called producer goods. The producer goods are the goods used by producers to produce some other goods like machinery, equipment etc.

Question 16.
Communication.
Answer:
Transmitting information from one person to other is known as communication. Communication plays an important role between producer, businessman and consumers.

Question 17.
Advertising.
Answer:
Advertising helps in providing information about the availability and usefulness of various products in the market. Therefore advertising, publicity and selling campaigns will remove the hindrances of knowledge about products.

Question 18.
Import Trade.
Answer:
When the goods are purchased from outside countries for use in the domestic market, it is called “Import Trade”.
Ex : India buys petrol from Iran.

Question 19.
Export Trade.
Answer:
When domestic goods are sold to the other country it is called “Export Trade”.
Ex : India sells readymade dressess to America.

Question 20.
Home Trade.
Answer:
Trade takes place between the inviduals of the same country or within the geographical boundaries of a country is called “Home Trade”. It is also called a “Domestic Trade” or “Internal Trade”.

Short Answer Questions

Question 1.
List out types of Industries.
Answer:
Industry is concerned with the making or manufacturing of goods. Simply it means the production of wealth or value.

Types of Industry :

1. Primary Industry : It is concerned with production of goods with the help of nature. It is a nature oriented, which requires lesser human efforts.
   Ex : Agriculture, Farming, Forestry, Fishing. Horticulture etc.
2. Genetic Industry : Genetic industry is related to the re-producing and multiplying of certain species of plants and animals with the object of sale. The main aim is to earn profit from such sale.
   Ex : Plant nurseries, Poultry forms, Cattle breeding etc.
3. Extractive Industry : The extractive industry is engaged in raising some form of wealth from the soil, climate, air and water. All that the man has to do is simply to take out what the nature has already given.
   Ex : Mining Industry, coal, mineral, oil industry, fishing, agriculture, extraction of tumber & Rubber from forest etc.
4. Manufacturing Industry : Manufacturing industries are engaged in transforming raw- material into finished product with the help of machines and manpower. The finished goods can be either consumer goods or producer goods.
   Ex : Textiles, chemicals, sugar industry, paper industry etc.,
5. Construction Industry : The industry is engaged in the creation of infrastructure. These industries are engaged in the construction of buildings, roads, dams, bridges and canals.
6. Service Industry : In modern times, service sector plays an important role in the development of the nation and therefore it is named as service industry. These are engaged in the provision of essential services to the community.
   Ex : Banking, Hotels, Tourism, Insurance etc.

Question 2.
How Trade is classified ?
Answer:
Trade : Trade is the part of commerce and it creates connection between buyers and sellers.

Trade is nothing but the summation of purchasing and selling of goods.

1) Home Trade : The purchase and sale of goods inside the country is called as “Home Trade”. It is divided into Wholesale Trade and Retail Trade.

•  Wholesale Trade : In wholesale Trade, goods are purchased in large quantities by whole saler and sold them in small quantities to retailer.
• Retail Trade : In retail trade, the retailer purchases goods from wholesaler and sells them to ultimate consumers. Unlike a wholesaler, the retailers will have direct contact with customers.

2) Foreign Trade : When trade takes place between two countries, it is called foreign trade (or) international trade. It can be divided into 3.

• Import Trade : When goods are purchased from outside countries, it is called Import Trade”.
• Export Trade : When the goods are sold and sent to other countries is called “Export Trade”.
• Entrepot Trade : When one .country imports the goods from another country and the same goods are exported to another foreign country, it is called “Re-export Trade” or Entrepot Trade”.

Question 3.
What are the hindrances involved in Commerce ?
Answer:
’Commerce’ plays an important role in the distribution of goods and services. For the smooth running of trade and business some services are needed, like transport, banking, insurance etc.

Definition : “Commerce is an organized system for the exchange of goods between the members of the industrial world”. – James Stephenson

The main hindrances are as follows :

1. Hindrances of Place : The place of production may be away from the place of consumption. The various means of transport will helps for the smooth distribution of goods and services.
2. Hindrances of time : Goods are produced by expecting the demand. So it is necessary to make suitable arrangement for their storage. The gap between production and consumption is the main hindrance with the help of warehousing we can overcome this hindrance.
3. Hindrances of exchange : Exchange of goods and services automatically deals with exchange of value. For that time, value, place may vary. Those hindrances and working capital problems will be solved with help of banks.
4. Hindrances of knowledge : Creation of demand is very important junction of commerce. If we fails to create demand then no question of production or distribution arises with the help of advertisements we can overcome this hindrance.
5. Hindrances of work : Objective of business is to earn profit. But profit is the reward of risk bearing. A choice of loss occurence is there. This hindrance can be removed with the help of Insurance. Finally commerce is a group of services it includes trade and aids to trade.

Question 4.
Trace out the various types of Aids to Trade.
Answer:
Aids to Trade : Auxiliaries which help in smooth exchange of goods directly or indirectly are known as “Aids to trade”. Various aids to trade are :

1. Transport : Transferring of goods from the centre of production to the center of communication is done by transport. Several types of transports are like air, water and land etc.
2. Communication : Transmitting of information from one person to other is known as “Communication”. Communication plays an important role between producer, businessman and consumer. Telex, Telephone, Telegraph, e-mail, teleconference etc.
3. Warehousing : Production takes place only in few seasons on large scale and their utility is spread throughout the year. There is gap between production & consumption. Hence, warehousing eliminates the time gap between production and consumption. For this reason, warehousing provides “time utility”.
4. Insurance : The businessmen covers all the risks through insurance companies. Insurance covers all risks due to fire, theft, floods, storm other calamities. Insurance helps the development of trade by removing the fear of loss.
5. Banking : Banking helps in buying and selling of goods by providing convenient and safe mode of payment. They play an important role in overcoming the financial problem.
6. Advertisement : Advertising helps in providing information about the availability and usefulness of various products in the market. Therefore advertising publicity and selling campaigns will remove the hindrances of knowledge about products.

Question 5.
What do you understand by commerce ?
Answer:
Commerce : Commerce is that part of business which is connected with the exchange of goods and services. Commerce involves the process of bringing goods from the place of production and sending them to the place of consumption. In other words, it supplies goods to ultimate consumer.

Definition : “Commerce is an organized system for the exchange of goods between the members of the Industrial World”. – James Stephenson

Importance of Commerce :

1. Commerce tries to satisfy increasing human wants.
2. Commerce helps to increase our standard of living.
3. Commerce links producers and consumers.
4. Commerce generates employment opportunities.
5. Commerce increases national income and wealth.
6. Commerce encourages International Trade.
7. Commerce benefits underdeveloped countries.
8. Commerce helps during emergencies like floods, earthquakes and wars.

Question 6.
How foreign Trade is classified ?
Answer:
Trade is the part of commerce. It is the summation of purchasing and selling of goods. Trade can be divided into home trade and foreign trade.

Foreign Trade : When trade takes place between two countries, it is called foreign trade (or) international trade.

1. Import trade : When goods are purchased from outside countries, it is called “Import Trade”.
   Ex : India purchases wheat goods from Russia. This is called import trade.
2. Export Trade : When the goods are sold and sent to other countries is called “Export Trade”.
   Ex : India sells leather goods to Russia. This is an export trade to India.
3. Entrepot or Re-export Trade : If one country imports the goods from another country and the same goods are exported to another foreign country, it is called “Re-export Trade” or Entrepot Trade”.

Long Answer Questions

Question 1.
What is meant by Industry ? Explain various types of industries with suitable examples.
Answer:
Industry is concerned with the production of goods and services. Extracting, producing, processing and manufacturing of goods.

Industries can be classified into 6 types :

1) Primary Industry: Primary industry is concerned with production of goods with the help of naure. It is a nature – oriented industry, which requires very little human effort.
Ex : Agriculture, Farming Forestry, Fishing, Horticulture etc.

2) Genetic Industry : Genetic industries are engaged, in re-production and multiplication of certain species of plants and animals with the object of sale. The main aim is to earn profit from such sale.
Ex : Poultry forms, cattle breeding farms, plants nurseries.

3) Extractive Industry : The extractive industry is engaged in raising some form of wealth from the soil, climate, air or water. Generally products of extractive industries come in raw-material, they are used for manufacturing and construction industries for producing finished products.
Ex : Mining, Fishing, Coal, Mineral, Iron ore. Oil industry, Timber, Rubber from forests etc.

4) Manufacturing Industry : Manufacturing industries are engaged in transforming raw-materials into finished product with the help of machines and man power. The finished goods can be either consumer goods or producer goods.
Ex : Textiles, chemicals, sugar industry, paper industry etc.

These kind of industries can be divided under :

• Analytical : In an analytical industry the basic raw-material is broken into several useful materials.
  Ex : In oil refinery, crude oil is refined and several petroleum products are procured.
• Synthetic : In this type of manufacturing industry two or more materials are mixed to form a new product.
  Ex : Cosmetics, detergents, fertilizers etc.
• Processing : In the processing industry, material is processed through various stages.
  Ex : Spinning, weaving, dying, bleaching and printing process.
• Assembling : This kind of industry assembles various parts to manufacture a finished product.
  Ex : Manufacturing of automobiles, by assembling various spare-parts.

5) Construction Industry : This industry is engaged in the creation of infrastructure for the smooth development of the economy. These industries are engaged in the provision of essential service to the community.
Ex : Construction of buildings, roads, dams etc.,

6) Service Industries : In modern times service plays vital role in the development of nation and therefore it is named as service industry.
Ex : Banking, transport, hotels, tourism industry, film and other entertainment industries etc.

Question 2.
What is commerce ? Describe the various branches of commerce.
Answer:
Commerce is that part of business which is concerned with the exchange of goods and services and include all the activities which directly or indirectly facilitate that exchange.

Definition : “Commerce is an organized system for the exchange of goods between the members of the industrial world”. – James Stephenson

Commerce = Trade + Aids to Trade
Where, Trade = Purchase and sale of goods and services.
Aids to Trade = Transport, communication, warehousing, insurance, banking, advertisement.

A) Trade: Trade is nothing but the summation of purchasing and selling of goods. An individual who does trade is called a “Trader”.

Trade classified into Home Trade & Foreign Trade.

1) Home Trade : The purchase and sale of goods inside the country is called as “Home Trade”. It is also known as “Internal trade” or “Domestic trade”. It is divided into “wholesale trade” & “Retail trade”.

• Wholesale Trade : Buying and selling of goods in large quantities is called “Wholesale trade”. A wholesaler buys goods in large quantities from the producers and sell in small quantities to retailers.
• Retail Trade : Retail traders sell goods in small quantities directly to the consumers. A person who is involved in the retail trade is called ‘retailer’.

2) Foreign Trade : When trade takes place between two countries, it is called “Foreign trade” or “International trade”. Buyer and seller belong to different countries. It can be divided into three :

• Export Trade : When the goods are sold and sent to other countries is called “Export Trade”.
  Ex : India sells leather goods to Russia.
• Import trade : When goods are purchased from other countries, it is called “Import Trade”.
  Ex : India purchases wheat goods from Russia.
• Entrepot Trade : If one country imports the goods from another country and the same goods are exported to another foreign country, it is called “Entrepot trade” or “Re-entrepot trade”.
  Ex : India importing wheat from U.S. and exporting the same to Sri Lanka.

B) Aids to Trade : Auxiliaries which help in smooth exchange of goods directly or indirectly are known as “Aids to trade”. Various aids to trade are :

1. Transport : Transferring of goods from the centre of production to the center of communication is done by transport. Several types of transports are like air, water and land etc.
   
2. Communication : Transmitting of information from one person to other is known as “Communication”. Communication plays an important role between producer, businessman and consumer. Telex, Telephone, Telegraph, e-mail, teleconference etc.
3. Warehousing : Production takes place only in few seasons on large scale and their utility is spread throughout the year. There is gap between production & consumption. Hence, warehousing eliminates the time gap between production and consumption. For this reason, warehousing provides “time utility”.
4. Insurance : The businessmen covers all the risks through insurance companies. Insurance covers all risks due to fire, theft, floods, storm other calamities. Insurance helps the development of trade by removing the fear of loss.
5.  Banking : Banking helps in buying and selling of goods by providing convenient and safe mode of payment. They play an important role in overcoming the financial problem.
6. Advertisement : Advertising helps in providing information about the availability and usefulness of various products in the market. Therefore advertising publicity and selling campaigns will remove the hindrances of knowledge about products.

Question 3.
Define Trade and explain various types of Aids to Trade.
Answer:
Trade means buying and selling of goods in order to earn or make profit. It creates a link between producers and customers.

Types of Trade : Trade classified into two :

1) Home Trade : Trade takes place between the individuals of the same country within the geographical boundaries of a country is called “Home Trade”. It is also called as “Domestic Trade” or “Internal Trade”. It is classified into two :

• Wholesale Trade : Buying and selling of goods in large quantities is called “wholesale trade”. A wholesaler buys goods in large quantities from the producers and sells in small quantities to retailers.
• Retail Trade : It involves selling goods to the final consumers. He purchases goods from wholesaler and sells them to ultimate consumers.

2) Foreign Trade : When trade takes place between two countries, it is called “foreign trade” or “internal trade”. Buyer and seller belong to different countries. It can be divided into three :

• Import trade : When goods are purchased from other countries it is called “import trade”.
  Ex: India purchases wheat goods from Russia.
• Export trade : When the goods are sold and sent to other countries is called “export trade”.
  Ex : India sells leather goods to Russia.
• Entrepot trade or Re-export trade : If one country imports the goods from another country and the same goods are exported to another foreign country, it is called “Re-export trade”.
  Ex : India purchases wheat from Russia and exporting the same to Sri Lanka.

Aids to Trade of Auxiliaries to trade :

For smooth running of trade and commerce these services are required without the help of such functions, it is not possible to take goods from one place to another. These are also known as auxiliaries to trade and also called as “aids to trade”.

1. Transport : Transporting of goods from the centre of production to the center of communication is done by transport.
2. Communication : Transmitting of information from one person to other is known as “Communication”.
3. Warehousing : The goods are produced in anticipation of demand. They may also be produced at a time when they are not needed. So there is time gap between the production and consumption. Warehousing provides ‘time utility’.
4. Insurance : The businessmen covers all the risks through insurance. Insurance covers all risks due to fire, theft, floods and-accidents. Insurance acts as risk bearers.
5. Banking : Banking helps in buying and selling of goods by providing convenient and safe mode of payment. They play an important role in overcoming the financial problem.
6. Advertisement : Advertising helps in providing information about the availability and usefulness of various products in the market. Therefore advertising, publicity and selling campaigns will remove the hindrances of knowledge about products.

Question 4.
Narrate the importance of commerce ?
Answer:
The importance of commerce is explained with the help of the following points :

1. Commerce tries to satisfy increasing human wants : Human wants are never ending. Commerce has made distribution and movement of goods possible from one part of the world to the other. Today we can buy anything produced anywhere in the world.
2. Commerce helps to increase our standard of living : Standard of living refers to the quality of life enjoyed by the members of a society. When a man consumes more products his standard of living improves. Commerce helps us to get what we want at the right time, right place, and at the right price and thus helps us in improving our standard of living.
3. Commerce links producers and consumers ; Production is meant for ultimate consumption. Commerce makes possible to link producers and consumers through wholesalers and retailers and also through the aids to trade. Thus, commerce creates and facilitates the contact between the centres of production and consumption and links them.
4. Commerce generates employment opportunities : The growth of commerce, industry and trade caused the growth of agencies of trade such as banking, transport, warehousing, insurance, advertising, etc. These agencies need people to look after their functioning. Thus, development of commerce generates more and more employment opportunities.
5. Commerce increases national income and wealth : When production increases, national income also increases. It also helps to earn foreign exchange by way of exports and duties levied on imports.
6. Commerce helps in expansion of aids-to-trade : With the growth in trade and commerce there is a growing need for expansion and modernisation of aids to trade. Aids to trade such as Banking, Communication, advertising and publicity, transport, insurance etc. are expanded and modernised for the smooth conduct of commerce.
7. Commerce encourages international trade : With the help of transport and communication development, countries can exchange their surplus commodities and earn foreign exchange. Thus, commerce ensures faster economic growth of the country.
8. Commerce benefits underdeveloped countries : Underdeveloped countries can import skilled labour and technical know-how from developed countries, while the advanced countries can import raw-material’s from underdeveloped countries. This helps in laying down the seeds of industrialization in the underdeveloped countries.
9. Commerce helps during emergencies : During emergencies like floods, earthquakes, and wars, commerce helps in reaching the essential requirements like foodstuff, medicines and relief measures to the affected areas.

Question 5.
Explain the hindrances involved in commerce.
Answer:
Commerce is an organized system which facilitates the free flow of goods and services. In business, products and services are produced through industry. The produced goods and services face various types of hindrances to reach the customers. Commerce removes these hindrances and helps to distribute products and achieving the business’s desired goals. The following table presents the hindrances involved in the commerce and aids to remove them :

Thus, commerce involves trade and aids to trade. Following are some of the hindrances in commerce.

1. Hindrance of Person : Trade is done by buyers and sellers, in exchange for money. The sellers sell the goods and services to the buyers. Therefore, by handing over products or services, personal hindrance can be removed.
2. Hindrance of Finance : Banking services remove the hindrance of financial problems. It facilitates trade by providing credit in various forms.
3. Hindrance of Time and Duration : There is a time gap between production and consumption. The goods produced are not immediately required for consumption. Warehousing removes the hindrance of time and duration. It preserves the goods from the time of production to the time of consumption. It creates time utility.
4. Hindrance of Place : Goods are produced in a limited number of production centres, whereas consumers are located everywhere. Transportation removes the hindrance of place. It implies conveyance of goods and passengers from one place to another. It creates place utility.
5. Hindrance of Risk : Business involves risk. Risk and uncertainty are inherent in any business. Insurance stands for protection significant against risk. So, it removes the hindrance of risk. The risk of businessman is reduced by several types of insurance such as fire insurance, transit insurance, marine insurance, factory insurance on stocks and assets etc.
6. Hindrance of Knowledge and Information : Advertisement helps to eliminate the hindrance of knowledge. It informs the customers about the availability of various products. Communication helps in the efficient operation of commercial activities. Thus, it removes the hindrance of information.

Question 6.
Explain the inter relationship between trade, commerce and industry. (Additional)
Answer:
Industry, commerce and trade are a part of business and closely related to each other.

• • Industry : Industry is concerned with the making or manufacturing of goods.
  • Trade : Trade is a channel for transport of goods from producer to consumer.
  • Commerce : Commerce helps industry before and after the production.

Check Your Knowledge

I. Fill in the blanks for the following questions :

Question 1.
_________ industry is conserved with production of goods with the help of nature.
Answer:
Primary

Question 2.
The goods may be _________ goods.
Answer:
Consumer

Question 3.
_________ industries are engaged, in reproduction and multiplication of certain species of plants and animals with the object of sale.
Answer:
Genetic

Question 4.
_________ industry is concerned with extraction or drawing out goods from the soil, air or water.
Answer:
Extractive

Question 5.
_________ industries are engaged in transforming raw – materials into finished product with the help of machines and manpower.
Answer:
Manufacturing

Question 6.
The _________ industry, material is processed through various stages.
Answer:
Processing

Question 7.
_________ industries take up the work of construction of buildings, bridges, roads, dams, canals etc.
Answer:
Construction

Question 8.
_________ deals with the distribution aspect of the business.
Answer:
Commerce

Question 9.
_________ is done by buyers and sellers, in exchange for money.
Answer:
Trade

Question 10.
Home Trade is also known as _________ trade.
Answer:
Domestic trade

Question 11.
Traders who engage themselves in wholesale trade are called _________
Answer:
Wholesalers

Question 12.
Traders engaged in retail trade called _________
Answer:
Retailers

Question 13.
The geographical distance between producers and consumers is removed with the help of _________
Answer:
Transport

Question 14.
_________ means transmitting of exchanging information from one person to another.
Answer:
Communication

Question 15.
_________ and _________ are important medias of mass communication.
Answer:
Advertising and Publicity

II. State whether the statement are True or False.

Question 1.
Human wants are never ending. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Question 2.
Production is meant for ultimate consumption. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Question 3.
When production decreases, national income also decreases. (True/False)
Answer:
False

Question 4.
Business involves not risk. (True/False)
Answer:
False

Question 5.
Trade is a branch of business. (True/False)
Answer:
False

Question 6.
Trade is the nucleus of commerce. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Question 7.
Home trade is also known as wholesale trade. (True/False)
Answer:
False

Question 8.
Wholesale Trade involves buying and selling of goods in large quantities. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Question 9.
Traders engaged in retail trade are called wholesale traders. (True/False)
Answer:
False

Question 10.
Buying and selling of goods and services between two or more countries are called Foreign Trade. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Question 11.
Trade or exchange of goods involves several difficulties which can be removed by auxiliaries to business. (True/False)
Answer:
False

Question 12.
Modern means of communication like telephone, telex, telegraph, email, teleconference etc. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Question 13.
Export trade means the sale of goods to our country. (True/False)
Answer:
False

Question 14.
Import Trade refers to the purchase of goods from foreign countries. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Question 15.
Aids to Trade include Transport, communication. Warehousing, Banking, Insurance, Advertising. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Question 16.
Industry refers to production of consumer goods and capital goods and creates form utility. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Question 17.
The hindrances of commerce are person, place, finance, time and duration etc. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Student Activity

State whether the statements are True or False.

Question 1.
The production side of business activity is referred to as industry. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Question 2.
Business = Trade + Commerce. (True/False) (True/False)
Answer:
False

Question 3.
Buying and selling of goods and services is called commerce.
Answer:
False

Question 4.
Agriculture is related to Primary Industry.
Answer:
True

Question 5.
Fishing related to genetic industry. (True/False)(True/False)
Answer:
True

Question 6.
Tourism belongs to the service industry.
Answer:
True

Question 7.
Commerce = Trade + Aids to Trade. (True/False)
Answer:
True

Question 8.
Commerce facilitates the free flow of goods & services. (True/False)
Answer:
True