Debentures are shown in Balance Sheet under: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Debentures are shown in Balance Sheet under:
A. Current liabilities
B. Share capital
C. Reserves and surplus
D. Long-term borrowings
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Debentures are long-term borrowings unless they are due within 12 months, then current liabilities.

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Question #1
A: Vouching is the backbone of auditing. R: Vouching verifies the authenticity and accuracy of transactions. Choose the correct option.
A. A is false but R is true
B. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
C. A is true but R is false
D. Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Vouching is considered the backbone of auditing because it provides the primary evidence for the transactions recorded. It verifies authenticity by checking supporting documents. R correctly explains why it is the backbone.

Question #2
A contra entry is passed in the:
A. Trial Balance
B. Ledger
C. Cash Book
D. Journal Proper

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Contra entries involve transactions between cash and bank columns and are recorded exclusively in the triple-column cash book.

Question #3
The primary objective of PFMS in India is to facilitate:
A. Stock market regulation
B. Just-in-time release of funds and end-to-end tracking of public funds
C. Printing of currency notes
D. Collection of corporate taxes

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
PFMS ensures transparency, tracking of fund utilization down to the lowest level, and Direct Benefit Transfers directly into beneficiaries' accounts.