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What right do partners have regarding sharing profits in a partnership?
What right do partners have regarding sharing profits in a partnership?
Partners have the right to share profits according to the terms and conditions decided during the formation of the partnership.
When can partners receive interest on their capital contribution in a partnership?
When can partners receive interest on their capital contribution in a partnership?
Partners can receive interest on their capital contribution if it is not being used by the business due to reasons such as under-employment or inadequacy of work.
In what situation can partners enforce a partnership agreement?
In what situation can partners enforce a partnership agreement?
Partners can enforce a partnership agreement if a partner breaches the agreement.
What right do partners have regarding inspection and audit of a partnership firm's accounts?
What right do partners have regarding inspection and audit of a partnership firm's accounts?
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Under what law should the annual accounts of a partnership firm be prepared?
Under what law should the annual accounts of a partnership firm be prepared?
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What can partners do if another partner breaches the partnership agreement?
What can partners do if another partner breaches the partnership agreement?
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What is the right of a partner when it comes to raising additional funds through loans?
What is the right of a partner when it comes to raising additional funds through loans?
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What is the duty of good faith that partners owe each other?
What is the duty of good faith that partners owe each other?
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What are partners required to do in terms of maintaining accounting records?
What are partners required to do in terms of maintaining accounting records?
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What duty do partners have in relation to participating in the business operations of the firm?
What duty do partners have in relation to participating in the business operations of the firm?
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What actions must partners abstain from to protect the interests of the firm?
What actions must partners abstain from to protect the interests of the firm?
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When partners are asked to contribute additional capital to the firm, what is their duty?
When partners are asked to contribute additional capital to the firm, what is their duty?
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Study Notes
Indian Partnership Act, 1932
The Indian Partnership Act of 1932 outlines the legal framework for partnerships in India. It governs matters related to the rights, duties, responsibilities, privileges, and obligations of partners in a partnership firm.
Rights of Partners
Under the Indian Partnership Act, the following are some of the fundamental rights granted to partners:
Right to Share Profits
Partners have the right to share profits according to the terms and conditions decided during the formation of the partnership.
Right to Receive Interest on Capital Contribution
Partners have the right to receive interest on their capital contribution if it is not being used by the business due to reasons such as under-employment or inadequacy of work.
Right to Enforce a Partnership Agreement
If a partner breaches the partnership agreement, the other partners can take appropriate actions against them to enforce the agreement's provisions. This includes seeking damages or termination of the partnership based on the contract terms.
Right to Inspection and Audit
A partner has the right to inspect the accounts and vouchers of the firm at any reasonable time. They also have the authority to call for the annual accounts of the firm, which must be prepared in accordance with the Companies Act.
Right to Raise Funds from Other Sources
A partner may contribute more capital without the consent of other partners, but they cannot withdraw it without the approval of all partners. However, they can raise additional funds through loans obtained with the firm's credit.
Right to Receive Interest on Debts Due to the Firm
If a debt due to the firm bears interest, the firm must pay that interest to its partners.
Duties of Partners
In addition to the rights outlined above, the Indian Partnership Act also defines the duties and responsibilities of partners within a partnership firm:
Duty of Good Faith
Partners owe each other the duty of good faith, meaning they must act honestly and ethically towards each other.
Duty of Care and Skill
Partners have a duty to exercise care and skill while performing their tasks in relation to the firm. In the absence of negligence, this duty allows partners to rely on each other's professional judgment.
Duty to Maintain Accounting Records
Each partner is responsible for maintaining accurate accounting records and providing true and fair views in financial statements.
Duty to Participate in Business Operations
Partners have a duty to actively participate in the business operations of the firm and perform their agreed roles.
Duty to Abstain from Certain Actions
Partners must abstain from certain actions that could harm the interests of the firm, such as competing with the firm or entering into contracts that conflict with the firm's interests.
Duty to Contribute Capital When Asked
When the firm requires additional capital, partners have a duty to contribute their shares promptly.
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Learn about the fundamental rights and duties of partners outlined in the Indian Partnership Act of 1932, governing partnerships in India. Explore topics such as right to share profits, enforce partnership agreements, receive interest on capital, participate in business operations, and more.
