Under the Companies Act, 2013, a company must maintain its books of accounts on which basis?
A. Cash basis
B. Tax basis
C. Accrual basis
D. Hybrid basis
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Section 128 of the Companies Act, 2013, mandates that companies must maintain books of accounts on an accrual basis and according to the double-entry system.
Explanation:
Prudence ensures conservatism by providing for all foreseeable losses but not anticipating profits. Materiality allows accountants to bypass strict accounting rules for insignificant items. Both are correct.
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