The basic objective of bookkeeping is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The basic objective of bookkeeping is:
A. To calculate profit
B. To maintain systematic records of transactions
C. To prepare financial statements only
D. To audit accounts
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Bookkeeping is the art of recording business transactions in a systematic manner.

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Practice More Accountancy and Book Keeping Questions

Question #1
The accounting equation is based on which concept?
A. Matching Concept
B. Business Entity Concept
C. Money Measurement Concept
D. Dual Aspect Concept

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The dual aspect concept states that every transaction has two aspects, which forms the basis of the accounting equation: Assets = Liabilities + Capital.

Question #2
A capital expenditure of ₹5,000 erroneously recorded as revenue expenditure will result in:
A. Overstatement of assets
B. Understatement of profit
C. No effect on profit
D. Overstatement of profit

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Capital expenditure should be capitalized; if charged as revenue, expenses increase, profit is understated.

Question #3
Under the General Financial Rules (GFR) 2017, every government servant is expected to maintain absolute integrity and:
A. Both absolute honesty and absolute devotion to duty
B. Absolute political neutrality
C. Absolute honesty
D. Absolute devotion to duty

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Rule 3 of GFR 2017 states that every government servant is expected to maintain absolute integrity, absolute honesty, and absolute devotion to duty in the performance of their official duties.