back ground: one company we audit was a deemed public(otherwise a private company) by virtue of the erst while section 43A(25% shareholding by a public company)now after the amendment, it dint inform the ROC about its intention to convert into a private company,however it operated as a private company.
My query: 1) can the company assume the status of a private company and continue to operate as one? 2) is the reconversion into a private company deemed? 3) what are the consequences if otherwise.
i would appreciate your prompt response as i suspect non-compliance with the provisions of the companies act if it is a public company.. thank you.
09 January 2010
1) No. Because as per section 43A(4) the company shall continue to be a public company until it has again become a private company with the approval of the Central government and in accordance with the provisions of the Companies Act,1956. 2) No.See 1) above. 3) As per section 43A (2) within 3 months from the date on which the company became a public company,information should have been given to ROC. Violation attracts punishment with fine to the company and to the officer who was in default which may extend to Rs.500/- per day during the period for which default continues.
section 43A(2) deals with the case where a private company becomes a deemed public company..and intimation to roc within 3 months etc... my present case is.. the company after becoming a public company as mentioned in 43A(2)... reconverting into a private company after the amendment of the companies act in the year 2000
kindly reply my queries after considering this..thanks for your effort