Under which Sub head we show the Security Premium in Balance Sheet?
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Under which Sub head we show the Security Premium in Balance Sheet?
✓ Correct answer: a)
Reserve and Surplus
Explanation
In a company's Balance Sheet, Securities Premium (or Security Premium Reserve) is shown under the sub-head Reserves and Surplus, which is part of the main head Shareholders' Funds. It represents the amount received by a company in excess of the face value of its shares.
According to Section 52 of the Companies Act, 2013, this amount is treated as a capital reserve and is restricted to specific uses, such as issuing fully paid bonus shares or writing off preliminary expenses.
Therefore, Option A is correct.
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