The 'Accounting Policy Changes' are applied: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'Accounting Policy Changes' are applied:
A. Prospectively
B. Retrospectively, unless impracticable
C. Arbitrarily
D. Only with government approval
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Ind AS 8 requires retrospective application of changes in accounting policies.

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The 'Management Letter' in audit is:
A. The audit report
B. Tax letter
C. Engagement letter
D. Communication to management on internal control weaknesses and other observations

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Management letter (letter of weakness) suggests improvements in internal controls.

Question #2
Under 'Operating Lease', the asset is shown in the books of:
A. Both
B. None
C. Lessee
D. Lessor

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
In operating lease, lessor retains ownership and asset is in his books.

Question #3
S1: SEBI regulates the capital markets in India. S2: SEBI was established by an executive order. Which statement(s) is/are correct?
A. S2 only
B. Neither S1 nor S2
C. Both S1 and S2
D. S1 only

Correct Answer: Option D


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SEBI regulates the capital markets to protect investors and promote development. It was initially set up by an executive resolution in 1988, but it was given statutory powers by the SEBI Act, 1992. S1 is correct, S2 is incorrect as it is now a statutory body.