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Can a promoter become a Director?
Apparently a promoter is neither an agent nor a trustee of the company under incorporation. Promoters may not be a Director of a company. For unlisted companies subscribers to the MOA are the promoters. Unlisted companies do not have role of promoters in their operations.
Are all directors promoters?
The persons holding designation as director or shareholder or both are considered as the promoter. The term promoter also includes a person named a promoter in the prospectus of the company or in the annual return of the company as reported under section 92.
Who can become the Director of a company?
Only an Individual (living person) can be appointed as a Director in a Company. A body corporate or business entity cannot be appointed as a Director in a Company. A company can have a maximum of fifteen Directors – it can be increased further by passing a special resolution.
Are promoters owners of the company?
They invest in the company and are technically its owners. A promoter may also become the shareholders if they retain any share in the company which was initially subscribed by them through the Memorandum of Association (hereinafter referred to as ‘MOA’) of the company.
Can a promoter become a member of a company?
A promoter can be a shareholder in the promoted company. If the promoter is the only shareholder, the company may, in compliance with the rule of the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and similar rules in other jurisdictions, need to disclose the information prior to selling shares to the public.
Can a company run without promoter?
There are instances of companies with no promoter holding and the companies can be professionally managed. This is very common in the US. Company Law says that a company is managed by its board of directors. In general, there is no rule in regard to de-classifying a promoter.
Who is not eligible for director?
Disqualifications of Directors He is insolvent. He is in the process of declaring insolvency and his application is pending. He has been convicted by a court of any offence (whether or not involving moral turpitude) and has been imprisoned for at least six months.
What are the powers of director?
Powers of Directors
- Power to make calls in respect of money unpaid on shares.
- Call meetings on suo moto basis.
- Issue shares, debentures, or any other instruments in respect of the Company.
- Borrow and invest funds for the Company.
- Approve Financial Statements and Board Report.
- Approve bonus to employees.
Can a company run without a promoter?
Promoters are the investors in the company. They are the owners of the company and have the right in profits of company. Promoters hold the shares of a company. Directors are the managers of company who manage the day to day operations of the company.
What happens if there is no promoter?
If it has no identifiable promoter, the board, shareholders and the articles of association would be the guiding factors.” SEBI rules require that promoters should hold at least 20 per cent of the post- public issue capital and this should be locked in for at least three years.
What if a company has no promoters?