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Which duty emphasizes the protection of the nation's achievements and ideals?
Which duty emphasizes the protection of the nation's achievements and ideals?
What should citizens of India do regarding the environment according to their fundamental duties?
What should citizens of India do regarding the environment according to their fundamental duties?
What is a duty of parents or guardians as specified in the Constitution?
What is a duty of parents or guardians as specified in the Constitution?
What is the primary stipulation regarding the remuneration of partners as per the Indian Partnership Act 1932?
What is the primary stipulation regarding the remuneration of partners as per the Indian Partnership Act 1932?
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Which duty is related to the moral and ethical responsibility of citizens?
Which duty is related to the moral and ethical responsibility of citizens?
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Under what condition can a new partner be admitted into an existing partnership?
Under what condition can a new partner be admitted into an existing partnership?
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What account is debited when interest is allowed on a partner's capital?
What account is debited when interest is allowed on a partner's capital?
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What is a characteristic feature of the Fixed Capital Method?
What is a characteristic feature of the Fixed Capital Method?
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What principle does Fundamental Duty (e) focus on among citizens?
What principle does Fundamental Duty (e) focus on among citizens?
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What occurs when a partner withdraws cash or goods for personal use?
What occurs when a partner withdraws cash or goods for personal use?
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How much interest on capital does Mr. Amey earn for one year on his capital of ₹100,000?
How much interest on capital does Mr. Amey earn for one year on his capital of ₹100,000?
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In the Fixed Capital Method, which account is used for adjustments related to capital?
In the Fixed Capital Method, which account is used for adjustments related to capital?
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Which of the following is NOT a fundamental duty outlined in Article 51A?
Which of the following is NOT a fundamental duty outlined in Article 51A?
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What is the interest on drawings for Mr. Ashish for a period of 6 months on ₹25,000 at 12% per annum?
What is the interest on drawings for Mr. Ashish for a period of 6 months on ₹25,000 at 12% per annum?
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What does Article 51A(g) emphasize regarding living creatures?
What does Article 51A(g) emphasize regarding living creatures?
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Which of the following accounts is not involved when recording salary or commission due to a partner?
Which of the following accounts is not involved when recording salary or commission due to a partner?
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Which of the following is NOT recorded in the Current Account under Fixed Capital Method?
Which of the following is NOT recorded in the Current Account under Fixed Capital Method?
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What does the term 'drawings' refer to in the context of a partnership?
What does the term 'drawings' refer to in the context of a partnership?
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What amount does Mr. Ashish receive from the profit distribution based on a profit sharing ratio of 5:3?
What amount does Mr. Ashish receive from the profit distribution based on a profit sharing ratio of 5:3?
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Which fundamental duty promotes individual and collective activities to enhance national success?
Which fundamental duty promotes individual and collective activities to enhance national success?
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What account is credited when interest on capital is transferred to the profit and loss account?
What account is credited when interest on capital is transferred to the profit and loss account?
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If partners opt for the Fluctuating Capital Method, what happens to their capital balances?
If partners opt for the Fluctuating Capital Method, what happens to their capital balances?
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How would the capital of Sun and Moon partners change if they were sharing profits in a 3:2 ratio with their fixed capital contributions?
How would the capital of Sun and Moon partners change if they were sharing profits in a 3:2 ratio with their fixed capital contributions?
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What is the effect of charging interest on a partner's drawings?
What is the effect of charging interest on a partner's drawings?
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Which account receives a credit when partners take goods for personal use?
Which account receives a credit when partners take goods for personal use?
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If Mr. Amey's drawings total to ₹20,000, how much interest on drawings does he incur for 6 months at 12% per annum?
If Mr. Amey's drawings total to ₹20,000, how much interest on drawings does he incur for 6 months at 12% per annum?
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What is a primary advantage of the Fixed Capital Method for partners?
What is a primary advantage of the Fixed Capital Method for partners?
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What happens to the Profit and Loss A/c when salaries are due to partners?
What happens to the Profit and Loss A/c when salaries are due to partners?
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What is the main purpose of debiting the Interest on Capital A/c?
What is the main purpose of debiting the Interest on Capital A/c?
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What is the first effect of closing stock in the final accounts?
What is the first effect of closing stock in the final accounts?
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Which of the following adjustments requires adding to the respective expense in the Profit and Loss Account?
Which of the following adjustments requires adding to the respective expense in the Profit and Loss Account?
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Which statement is true regarding the effects of adjustments in final accounts?
Which statement is true regarding the effects of adjustments in final accounts?
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What should be considered when preparing the Trial Balance?
What should be considered when preparing the Trial Balance?
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Which account is affected when there is an increase in bad debts?
Which account is affected when there is an increase in bad debts?
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During the preparation of final accounts, how should cash at bank be categorized?
During the preparation of final accounts, how should cash at bank be categorized?
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What is the main purpose of recording adjustments in final accounts?
What is the main purpose of recording adjustments in final accounts?
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What impact does outstanding expenses have on the final accounts?
What impact does outstanding expenses have on the final accounts?
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Study Notes
The Constitution of India: Fundamental Duties
- Every citizen of India has a set of fundamental duties. These duties are outlined in Article 51A of the Constitution of India.
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Duties include:
- Abiding by the Constitution and respecting its institutions, the National Flag, and the National Anthem
- Cherishing and following the ideals of the national struggle for freedom
- Upholding and protecting the sovereignty, unity, and integrity of India
- Defending the country and rendering national service when required
- Promoting harmony and common brotherhood among all Indians, transcending religious, linguistic, and regional differences
- Renouncing practices that are derogatory to the dignity of women
- Valuing and preserving the rich heritage of Indian culture
- Protecting and improving the natural environment
- Developing a scientific temper, humanism, and the spirit of inquiry and reform
- Safeguarding public property and abjuring violence
- Striving for excellence in all spheres of individual and collective activity
- Providing opportunities for education to children between the ages of six and fourteen years
Bookkeeping and Accountancy: Understanding the Capital Account
- A capital account reflects the amount of cash or goods a partner contributes to a business.
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There are two primary methods for managing capital accounts in a partnership:
- Fixed Capital Method: The partner's capital remains constant throughout the financial year; adjustments are made through a separate Current Account.
- Fluctuating Capital Method: The partner's capital fluctuates based on additions and subtractions; all adjustments are reflected directly in the Capital Account.
Fixed Capital Method:
- Capital remains fixed throughout the financial year.
- Partner's Current Account is used for adjustments related to drawings, interest on drawings, interest on capital, salaries, commissions, brokerage, share of profit, and share of losses.
Fluctuating Capital Method:
- Capital fluctuates based on additions and subtractions.
- All adjustments are directly reflected in the Capital Account.
Key Points for Fixed Capital Method:
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Interest on Capital:
- Calculated and credited to the partner's Capital Account or Current Account.
- Transferred to Profit and Loss Account.
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Salaries or Commissions:
- Debited to Salary/Commission Account and credited to Partner's Capital Account or Current Account.
- Transferred to Profit and Loss Account.
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Drawings:
- Debited to Drawing Account and credited to Cash or Goods Account.
- Balancing figure transferred to Partner's Current Account or Capital Account.
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Interest on Drawings:
- Debited to Partner's Current Account or Capital Account and credited to Interest on Drawing Account.
Final Accounts and Adjustments:
- Every item in the Trial Balance must be shown only once in Final Accounts, except for adjustments.
- Adjustments must have two effects in Final Accounts: a debit and a credit.
- Reference to Standard XI Textbook: This section builds on concepts introduced in the XI standard textbook.
- Common explanations from the XI standard textbook are not repeated here. However, explanations and journal entries of new adjustments are provided.
Key Adjustment Examples:
- Closing Stock: Added to Trading Account and shown as an asset on the Balance Sheet.
- Outstanding Expenses: Added to the relevant expense in the Trading/Profit and Loss Account and shown as a liability on the Balance Sheet.
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Test your knowledge on the fundamental duties of every citizen as outlined in Article 51A of the Indian Constitution. Learn about the responsibilities and ideals that contribute to the integrity and unity of the nation. Explore how these duties promote harmony and safeguard the environment and culture.
