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Commerce & Accountancy

UPSC Commerce & Accountancy 2022 — Paper I

All 8 questions from UPSC Civil Services Mains Commerce & Accountancy 2022 Paper I (400 marks total). Every stem reproduced in full, with directive-word analysis, marks, word limits, and answer-approach pointers.

8Questions
400Total marks
2022Year
Paper IPaper

Topics covered

Sweat equity shares, ABC, Interim dividend, Budget preparation, Income tax set-off (1)Balance sheet analysis of companies (1)Taxable salary computation, AS-9 Revenue, and Responsibility Accounting (1)Cost accounting variances, behavioural sciences in accounting, and audit of charitable institutions (1)Financial management and capital markets (1)Financial statement preparation and capital structure decisions (1)Financial management and corporate restructuring (1)Operating cycle, banking and M&M model (1)

A

Q1
50M 150w Compulsory explain Sweat equity shares, ABC, Interim dividend, Budget preparation, Income tax set-off

Answer the following questions in about 150 words each : (a) What are Sweat Equity Shares ? Under what conditions can these shares be issued by a company ? (10 marks) (b) What is Activity-Based Costing (ABC) ? How does ABC system support corporate strategy ? (10 marks) (c) What is Interim Dividend ? Specify the duties of an auditor in this regard. (10 marks) (d) Explain briefly the steps involved in preparing the budget for an industrial organization. (10 marks) (e) State the exceptions to the provision under the Income Tax Act regarding set-off of loss from one source against income from another source under the same head. (10 marks)

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निम्नलिखित प्रश्नों में से प्रत्येक का उत्तर लगभग 150 शब्दों में दीजिए : (a) श्रम-साध्य इक्विटी शेयर क्या होते हैं ? किसी कंपनी द्वारा किन-किन परिस्थितियों में इन शेयरों को निर्गमित किया जा सकता है ? (10 अंक) (b) गतिविधि-आधारित लागत-निर्धारण (ए.बी.सी.) क्या होती है ? ए.बी.सी. प्रणाली कैसे निगमित रणनीति का समर्थन करती है ? (10 अंक) (c) अंतरिम लाभांश क्या है ? इस संबंध में लेखापरीक्षक के कर्तव्यों को निर्दिष्ट कीजिए । (10 अंक) (d) एक औद्योगिक संगठन के लिए बजट तैयार करने में सम्मिलित कदमों को संक्षेप में स्पष्ट कीजिए । (10 अंक) (e) आयकर अधिनियम के प्रावधान के अंतर्गत एक ही शीर्षक में एक स्रोत की हानि की पूर्ति उसी शीर्षक के किसी दूसरे स्रोत की आय से करने के अपवादों को बताइए । (10 अंक)

Answer approach & key points

This multi-part question requires concise explanatory responses across five distinct areas. Allocate approximately 30 words (20% time) per sub-part, ensuring balanced coverage: define sweat equity shares with Section 54 conditions; explain ABC's cost driver logic and strategic linkage; clarify interim dividend with SA 250 auditor duties; outline budget preparation steps from sales forecast to master budget; and enumerate Section 70 exceptions with specific loss categories. Use precise legal/technical terminology throughout.

  • (a) Sweat equity shares: definition (non-cash consideration for IP/know-how/expertise), Section 54 of Companies Act 2013 conditions—special resolution, 1-year lock-in, pricing by registered valuer, limit of 25% of paid-up capital
  • (b) ABC: activity-based costing definition (tracing overhead via activities/cost drivers), contrast with traditional absorption costing; strategic support through accurate product costing, elimination of non-value activities, customer profitability analysis, better pricing decisions
  • (c) Interim dividend: definition (dividend declared between two AGMs), auditor duties per SA 250—verify Board resolution, check sufficiency of profits, ensure depreciation provision, confirm no impairment of capital, report non-compliance
  • (d) Budget preparation steps: sales forecasting → production budget → material/labour/overhead budgets → cash budget → budgeted financial statements → coordination and approval of master budget
  • (e) Section 70 exceptions: speculation loss (cannot set off against non-speculation), loss from owning race horses, loss from lottery/gambling, capital loss restrictions, clubbing provisions, unabsorbed depreciation treatment
Q2
50M compare Balance sheet analysis of companies

(a) The Balance Sheets of A Limited and B Limited as on 31st March, 2021 are as follows: A Limited (₹) | B Limited (₹) ---|--- I – Equity and Liabilities : | | 1. Shareholders' Funds | | (a) Share Capital | | Authorised Capital | | ₹ 100 per share | 5,00,000 | — ₹ 10 per share | — | 10,00,000 Subscribed and Issued Capital | 5,00,000 | 4,00,000 (b) Reserves and Surplus | | Capital Reserve | 1,00,000 | — General Reserve | 35,000 | 4,00,000 2. Non-current Liabilities | | Secured Loan | — | 2,50,000 Unsecured Loan | 1,00,000 | —

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(a) 31 मार्च, 2021 को ए लिमिटेड और बी लिमिटेड के तुलन-पत्र इस प्रकार हैं : ए लिमिटेड (₹) | बी लिमिटेड (₹) ---|--- I – इक्विटी एवं दायित्व : | | 1. शेयरधारक निधि | | (क) शेयर पूंजी | | अधिकृत पूंजी | | ₹ 100 प्रति शेयर | 5,00,000 | — ₹ 10 प्रति शेयर | — | 10,00,000 पूर्णांकित निर्गमित पूंजी | 5,00,000 | 4,00,000 (ख) संचय एवं अधिशेष | | पूंजीगत संचय | 1,00,000 | — सामान्य संचय | 35,000 | 4,00,000 2. अप्रचलित दायित्व | | सुरक्षित ऋण | — | 2,50,000 असुरक्षित ऋण | 1,00,000 | —

Answer approach & key points

The directive 'compare' requires systematic juxtaposition of both companies' financial positions rather than isolated description. Spend approximately 55% of effort on part (a) analyzing the complete balance sheet structures of A Limited and B Limited, and 45% on part (b) comparing their reserves, surplus and loan positions. Structure as: brief introduction stating comparison framework → side-by-side analysis of capital structures → comparison of reserves and debt patterns → concluding inference on financial health and risk profiles.

  • Part (a): Comparison of share capital structures—A Limited has ₹100 face value shares with full subscription vs B Limited's ₹10 face value with partial subscription (40% utilization of authorized capital)
  • Part (a): Analysis of capital reserve presence in A Limited (₹1,00,000) versus absence in B Limited, indicating different historical transactions (acquisitions/asset sales)
  • Part (b): Contrast in general reserves—B Limited (₹4,00,000) maintains 11.4x higher reserves than A Limited (₹35,000), showing divergent retention policies
  • Part (b): Debt structure comparison—A Limited relies on unsecured loans (₹1,00,000) while B Limited uses secured loans (₹2,50,000), affecting risk and cost of capital
  • Synthesis: Computation and comparison of key ratios—debt-equity, proprietary, and fixed assets coverage (if asset data completed)—to assess relative financial stability
  • Inference: Assessment of which company demonstrates stronger long-term solvency and better gearing position based on the comparative analysis
Q3
50M calculate Taxable salary computation, AS-9 Revenue, and Responsibility Accounting

(a) X, an employee of a firm, furnished the following particulars of his income for the year ended March 31, 2021 : ₹ Basic Salary 2,88,000 Dearness Allowance 57,600 Own contribution to recognized Provident Fund 40,320 Employer's contribution to the above fund 40,320 Interest on balance in recognized Provident Fund 28,000 Bonus 24,000 Additional Information : (i) X was provided with a small car for which the employer paid all the running and maintenance costs. The car was used for official as well as personal purposes. (ii) He was also provided with rent-free accommodation at Kolkata for which the employer paid a rent of ₹ 2,500 pm. He was allowed to use one refrigerator and an air-conditioner costing ₹ 16,000 and ₹ 24,000 respectively, while their written-down values as on 01.04.2020 were ₹ 9,000 and ₹ 14,000 respectively. (iii) Life insurance premium of ₹ 24,000 was paid by his employer on an Insurance Policy for ₹ 4,80,000 on the life of X. Compute the taxable salary of X for the Assessment Year 2021 – 22. (20 marks) (b) Explain the term 'Revenue' as per AS-9. State the items not included in the term 'Revenue'. When should revenue from sale of goods be recognized ? (15 marks) (c) Explain the concept and features of Responsibility Accounting. Discuss the steps involved in implementing such an Accounting System. (15 marks)

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(a) एक्स, जो एक फर्म में कर्मचारी है, 31 मार्च, 2021 को समाप्त होने वाले वर्ष की आय का निम्नलिखित विवरण प्रस्तुत करता है : ₹ मूल वेतन 2,88,000 महंगाई भत्ता 57,600 प्रमाणित भविष्य निधि (प्राविडेंट फण्ड) में स्वयं का अंशदान 40,320 उपर्युक्त निधि में नियोक्ता का अंशदान 40,320 प्रमाणित भविष्य निधि (प्राविडेंट फण्ड) के शेष पर ब्याज 28,000 बोनस 24,000 अतिरिक्त सूचनाएँ : (i) एक्स को नियोक्ता द्वारा छोटी कार दी गई, जिसके रखरखाव तथा चलाने का सम्पूर्ण व्यय नियोक्ता ने भुगतान किया। कार निजी तथा कार्यालय के उद्देश्यों के लिए प्रयोग की गई। (ii) उसे कोलकाता में किराया-मुक्त आवास भी प्रदान किया गया, जिसके लिए नियोक्ता ने ₹ 2,500 प्रति माह किराया दिया। उसे एक रेफ्रिजरेटर तथा एक वातानुकूलन यंत्र (एयर-कंडीशनर) का प्रयोग करने की अनुमति मिली, जिनकी लागत क्रमशः: ₹ 16,000 तथा ₹ 24,000 थी, जबकि 01.04.2020 को उनका अपलिखित मूल्य क्रमशः: ₹ 9,000 तथा ₹ 14,000 था। (iii) एक्स के जीवन पर ₹ 4,80,000 की एक बीमा पॉलिसी हेतु उसके नियोक्ता ने ₹ 24,000 का जीवन बीमा प्रीमियम भुगतान किया। कर-निर्धारण वर्ष 2021 – 22 के लिए एक्स के कर-योग्य वेतन की गणना कीजिए। (20 अंक) (b) लेखांकन मानक-9 के अनुसार 'राजस्व' शब्द को स्पष्ट कीजिए। उन मदों को बताइए जो 'राजस्व' शब्द में सम्मिलित नहीं की जातीं। माल की बिक्री से राजस्व को कब मान्यता मिलनी चाहिए ? (15 अंक) (c) उत्तरदायित्व लेखांकन की अवधारणा व विशेषताओं को स्पष्ट कीजिए। ऐसी लेखा प्रणाली को लागू करने में निहित चरणों की विवेचना कीजिए। (15 अंक)

Answer approach & key points

Begin with precise computation for part (a) allocating ~40% time given its 20 marks weightage, showing all working notes for perquisites valuation under Rule 3. For part (b), define revenue per AS-9 with exclusions and recognition criteria (~30% time, 15 marks). For part (c), explain responsibility accounting concept, features and implementation steps with diagrammatic representation (~30% time, 15 marks). Conclude with brief synthesis on how accurate salary computation links to revenue recognition and accountability.

  • Part (a): Correct computation of taxable salary with proper treatment of basic salary, DA, bonus, RPF contributions (employer's contribution taxable only to extent exceeding 12% of salary), interest on RPF (exempt up to 9.5%), car perquisite at ₹1,800 pm for small car, rent-free accommodation valuation at 15% of salary for Kolkata (metro), furniture perquisite at 10% of WDV, and LIC premium treated as perquisite u/s 17(2)(v)
  • Part (a): Accurate working notes showing salary for accommodation valuation = Basic + DA (forming part of retirement benefits) + Bonus = ₹3,69,600; accommodation value = 15% of ₹3,69,600 = ₹55,440; furniture = 10% of (₹9,000+₹14,000) = ₹2,300
  • Part (b): Definition of revenue per AS-9 as gross inflow of cash, receivables or other consideration arising in course of ordinary activities from sale of goods, rendering services, and use by others of enterprise resources yielding interest, royalties and dividends
  • Part (b): Exclusions from revenue—realized/unrealized gains (AS-9 para 7), holding gains on biological assets, unrealized holding gains on investments, and specific exclusions like contributions from shareholders, capital receipts, and borrowings
  • Part (b): Revenue recognition criteria for sale of goods—transfer of significant risks and rewards, no continuing managerial involvement, reliable measurement of revenue and costs, probable economic benefits, and specific timing per AS-9 paras 10-12
  • Part (c): Concept of responsibility accounting as system of accounting recognizing various responsibility centers (cost, revenue, profit, investment) and decentralization of decision-making with performance measurement
  • Part (c): Implementation steps—identification of responsibility centers, establishment of standards/budgets, preparation of responsibility reports, performance evaluation and feedback, and corrective action with management by exception
Q4
50M calculate Cost accounting variances, behavioural sciences in accounting, and audit of charitable institutions

(a) The following details have been extracted from the cost records of a company : Material : 5 lbs @ ₹ 5 – ₹ 25 Labour : 4 Hrs @ ₹ 3 – ₹ 12 The production schedule for the month of January, 2022 required the completion of 7000 units; however 8100 units were actually produced during the month. Purchase of materials of 40000 lbs was made at a total invoice price of ₹ 1,65,000. Production record for the month of January, 2022 revealed the following : Materials requisitioned and used – 35800 lbs, Direct labour – 17200 Hrs – ₹ 59,400. Calculate the appropriate material and labour variances. (20 marks) (b) Discuss the impact of behavioural sciences on Accounting. (15 marks) (c) Discuss the major points to be considered by an auditor while conducting the audit of charitable institutions. (15 marks)

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(a) निम्नलिखित विवरण एक कंपनी के लागत रिकॉर्ड से लिए गए हैं : सामग्री : 5 पौंड @ ₹ 5 – ₹ 25 श्रम : 4 घंटे @ ₹ 3 – ₹ 12 जनवरी, 2022 महीने के दौरान उत्पादन कार्यक्रम 7000 इकाइयाँ पूरा करने का था; जबकि महीने के दौरान वास्तव में 8100 इकाइयों का उत्पादन किया गया था। 40000 पौंड सामग्री कुल ₹ 1,65,000 के बीजक मूल्य पर खरीदी गई। जनवरी, 2022 महीने के उत्पादन रिकॉर्ड से निम्नलिखित परिणाम प्राप्त हुए : सामग्री माँगी गई और प्रयोग की – 35800 पौंड, प्रत्यक्ष श्रम – 17200 घंटे – ₹ 59,400। उपर्युक्त सामग्री तथा श्रम विचरणों की गणना कीजिए। (20 अंक) (b) लेखांकन पर व्यवहारपरक विज्ञान के प्रभाव की विवेचना कीजिए। (15 अंक) (c) पुण्यार्थ संस्थानों की लेखापरीक्षा करते समय एक लेखापरीक्षक द्वारा विचार किए जाने वाले प्रमुख बिंदुओं की विवेचना कीजिए। (15 अंक)

Answer approach & key points

Begin with precise numerical working for part (a) calculating all material variances (MPV, MUV/MQV, MYV) and labour variances (LRV, LEV/LUV, LYV/LITV) using standard costing formulas; allocate ~40% time here. For part (b), discuss behavioural dimensions like budgetary participation, goal congruence, and management control systems with theories of Argyris, Hofstede, and Ouchi (~30%). For part (c), enumerate audit considerations specific to charitable institutions including fund utilization, FCRA compliance, donor restrictions, and Section 12A/80G verification (~30%). Conclude with integrated insights on how behavioural factors affect cost control in non-profits.

  • Part (a): Correct calculation of Material Price Variance (MPV) = (SP-AP)×AQ purchased = (5-4.125)×40000 = ₹35,000(F); Material Usage/Quantity Variance (MUV/MQV) = (SQ-AQ used)×SP = (40500-35800)×5 = ₹23,500(F); Material Yield Variance if calculated; Labour Rate Variance (LRV) = (SR-AR)×AH = (3-3.4535)×17200 = ₹7,800(A); Labour Efficiency Variance (LEV) = (SH-AH)×SR = (32400-17200)×3 = ₹45,600(F); Labour Yield/Idle Time Variance
  • Part (a): Proper identification of standard quantities: SQ for actual output = 8100×5 = 40,500 lbs material; SH = 8100×4 = 32,400 hours; correct AP = ₹1,65,000/40,000 = ₹4.125/lb; AR = ₹59,400/17,200 = ₹3.4535/hr
  • Part (b): Discussion of behavioural science impact: participative budgeting (Argyris' concern with budget pressure), budgetary slack creation, goal congruence vs. sub-optimisation, Hofstede's cultural dimensions in control systems, Ouchi's Theory Z and clan control, human information processing limitations in accounting decisions
  • Part (b): Impact on management accounting practices: beyond economic rationality to psychological/sociological factors; motivational aspects of performance measurement; dysfunctional consequences of rigid variance analysis (e.g., labour efficiency pressure causing quality sacrifice)
  • Part (c): Audit of charitable institutions: verification of registration under Section 12A/12AA and 80G of Income Tax Act; FCRA registration and utilization certificates; compliance with CSR provisions (Section 135) if applicable; examination of donor-imposed restrictions and fund earmarking
  • Part (c): Specific audit procedures: verification of application of funds (85% rule for religious/charitable trusts); checking accumulation beyond 5 years; related party transactions with trustees; physical verification of assets; examination of foreign contribution receipts and Form FC-6 filings; reporting in Form 10B
  • Integration: Recognition that charitable institutions require behavioural considerations in cost control (volunteer labour motivation, donor transparency expectations) alongside strict compliance audit framework

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Q5
50M 150w Compulsory explain Financial management and capital markets

Answer the following questions in about 150 words each : (a) Explain 'Capital Asset Pricing Model'. 10 (b) Briefly explain any five risks faced by the financial institutions in India. 10 (c) Discuss Walter's model of dividend decision. 10 (d) Discuss the problem of multiple internal rates of return in relation to capital budgeting decision. 10 (e) Explain the objective of maximising the wealth of shareholders. 10

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निम्नलिखित प्रश्नों में से प्रत्येक का उत्तर लगभग 150 शब्दों में दीजिए : (a) 'पूँजी परिसम्पत्ति कीमत-निर्धारण मॉडल' की व्याख्या कीजिए । 10 (b) भारत में वित्तीय संस्थाओं द्वारा सामना किए जाने वाले किन्हीं पाँच जोखिमों की संक्षेप में व्याख्या कीजिए । 10 (c) लाभांश निर्णय के वाल्टर मॉडल की विवेचना कीजिए । 10 (d) पूँजी बजटन निर्णय के संबंध में प्रतिफल की बहु-आंतरिक दरों की समस्या की विवेचना कीजिए । 10 (e) शेयरधारकों की संपत्ति को अधिकतम करने के उद्देश्य की व्याख्या कीजिए । 10

Answer approach & key points

The directive 'explain' requires clear exposition of concepts with causal linkages and underlying logic. Allocate approximately 30 words per mark across five sub-parts: (a) CAPM—present formula with risk-free rate, beta and market premium; (b) five risks—credit, liquidity, operational, market and regulatory risks with brief elaboration; (c) Walter's model—state formula and explain r>ke, r=ke, r<ke scenarios; (d) multiple IRR—explain non-conventional cash flows and reinvestment assumption problem; (e) wealth maximization—contrast with profit maximization and address time value and risk dimensions. Use brief introductions, bullet-pointed core content, and one-line synthesizing conclusions for each part.

  • (a) CAPM: Expected return formula E(Ri)=Rf+βi(E(Rm)−Rf); systematic vs unsystematic risk; beta as measure of market sensitivity; Security Market Line (SML); assumptions and limitations
  • (b) Five risks: Credit risk (NPAs, loan defaults); Liquidity risk (asset-liability mismatch); Market risk (interest rate, equity price fluctuations); Operational risk (technology, fraud, cyber threats); Regulatory/compliance risk (RBI norms, Basel III)
  • (c) Walter's model: P=(D+(r/ke)(E−D))/ke; dividend policy irrelevant when r=ke; retain when r>ke; distribute when r<ke; assumptions including constant r and ke, all financing through retained earnings
  • (d) Multiple IRR: Occurs with non-normal cash flows (sign changes more than once); NPV profile crossing x-axis multiple times; reinvestment rate assumption criticism; Modified IRR (MIRR) as solution
  • (e) Wealth maximization: Market value of shares as objective; incorporates time value of money, risk-return trade-off, and dividend policy; superior to profit maximization which ignores risk, timing and scale
Q6
50M solve Financial statement preparation and capital structure decisions

(a) From the following data, you are required to prepare a Balance Sheet and a Statement of Profit and Loss : (a) Share Capital 9,60,000 (b) Working Capital 3,64,000 (c) Bank Overdraft 60,000 Additional information : (i) Current Ratio – 2 (ii) Quick Ratio – 1·5 (iii) Proprietary Ratio – 0·80 (Fixed Assets/Proprietary Fund) (iv) Gross Profit Ratio – 0·20 (v) Inventory Turnover Ratio – 4 (vi) Trade Receivables Turnover – 36 days (vii) Net Profit to Paid-up Capital – 10% Assume there are no fictitious assets. In the case of current assets, there are no assets other than inventories, trade receivables and cash. Closing inventory is 20% higher than the opening inventory. Also assume 360 days in a year. (b) Capital structure of a company consists of the following : Equity Share Capital : (Shares of ₹100 each) — 40,00,000 Retained Earning — 20,00,000 8% Preference Shares — 20,00,000 7% Debentures — 4,00,000 Total — 84,00,000 The company requires ₹ 50,00,000 to finance the expansion programme for which the following alternatives are available : (i) Issue of 40,000 equity shares at a premium of ₹ 25 per share (ii) Issue of 10% Preference Shares (iii) Issue of 8% Debentures It is estimated that in the case of equity shares, preference shares and debentures financing, the PE ratios would be 21·4, 17 and 15·7 respectively. Assume the company earns 12% on its capital with the income tax rate of 50%. You are required to evaluate the three financing alternatives and recommend the best alternative suitable for the company. 15 (c) What is money market ? Explain the features of a developed money market. 15

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(a) निम्नलिखित आँकड़ों से तुलन-पत्र तथा लाभ-हानि विवरण तैयार कीजिए : (क) शेयर पूँजी 9,60,000 (ख) कार्यशील पूँजी 3,64,000 (ग) बैंक अधिविकर्ष 60,000 अतिरिक्त सूचनाएँ : (i) चालू अनुपात – 2 (ii) त्वरित अनुपात – 1·5 (iii) स्वामित्व अनुपात – 0·80 (स्थिर परिसम्पत्तियाँ/स्वामित्व निधि) (iv) सकल लाभ अनुपात – 0·20 (v) स्कन्ध आवर्त अनुपात – 4 (vi) व्यापारिक प्राप्य आवर्त – 36 दिन (vii) प्रदत्त पूँजी पर शुद्ध लाभ – 10% मान लीजिए कि कोई आभासी परिसम्पत्तियाँ नहीं हैं । चालू परिसम्पत्तियों में स्कन्ध, व्यापारिक प्राप्य और रोकड़ के अतिरिक्त कोई परिसम्पत्तियाँ नहीं हैं । अंतिम स्टॉक प्रारंभिक स्टॉक से 20% अधिक है । साथ ही, एक वर्ष में 360 दिन मान लीजिए । (b) एक कम्पनी की पूँजी संरचना में निम्नलिखित सम्मिलित हैं : इक्विटी शेयर पूँजी : (₹ 100 प्रति शेयर) — 40,00,000 प्रतिधारित आय — 20,00,000 8% अधिमान शेयर — 20,00,000 7% ऋणपत्र — 4,00,000 कुल — 84,00,000 कम्पनी को विस्तार कार्यक्रम के वित्त-पोषण हेतु ₹ 50,00,000 की आवश्यकता है जिसके लिए निम्नलिखित विकल्प उपलब्ध हैं : (i) ₹ 25 प्रति शेयर प्रीमियम पर 40,000 इक्विटी शेयरों का निर्गमन (ii) 10% अधिमान शेयरों का निर्गमन (iii) 8% ऋणपत्रों का निर्गमन यह अनुमान लगाया गया है कि इक्विटी शेयर, अधिमान शेयर एवं ऋणपत्र वित्त-पोषण की स्थिति में कीमत/आय (पी.ई.) अनुपात क्रमशः 21·4, 17 तथा 15·7 होंगे । मान लीजिए कि कम्पनी अपनी पूँजी पर 12% अर्जित करती है । आयकर की दर 50% है । आपको तीन वित्त-पोषण विकल्पों का मूल्यांकन करके कम्पनी के लिए उपयुक्त सर्वोत्तम विकल्प की अनुशंसा करनी है । 15 (c) मुद्रा बाजार क्या है ? एक विकसित मुद्रा बाजार की विशेषताएँ स्पष्ट कीजिए । 15

Answer approach & key points

Solve this multi-part numerical problem by first preparing the Balance Sheet and P&L for part (a) using ratio analysis working backwards from given data, then evaluate financing alternatives in part (b) through EPS and market price calculations, and finally define money market with features for part (c). Allocate approximately 40% time to part (a) due to complex interlinked calculations, 35% to part (b) for comparative analysis, and 25% to part (c) for conceptual explanation.

  • Part (a): Derive Current Assets (₹7,28,000), Current Liabilities (₹3,64,000), Inventory (₹1,82,000), Trade Receivables (₹3,64,000), Cash (₹1,82,000), Fixed Assets (₹7,68,000), Proprietary Fund (₹9,60,000), Sales (₹45,50,000), Gross Profit (₹9,10,000), Net Profit (₹96,000)
  • Part (a): Correctly prepare vertical format Balance Sheet showing Share Capital ₹9,60,000, Reserves & Surplus ₹4,86,000, Fixed Assets ₹7,68,000, and Current Assets ₹7,28,000 against Current Liabilities ₹3,64,000
  • Part (a): Prepare Statement of Profit and Loss showing Sales ₹45,50,000, Cost of Goods Sold ₹36,40,000, Gross Profit ₹9,10,000, and Net Profit ₹96,000 after expenses
  • Part (b): Calculate existing EBIT ₹10,08,000 and existing EPS ₹21.60; compute new EPS under three alternatives: Equity (₹25.71), Preference Shares (₹24.00), Debentures (₹27.43)
  • Part (b): Calculate market price per share using PE ratios: Equity ₹550.19, Preference Shares ₹408.00, Debentures ₹430.66; recommend debentures for maximum shareholder wealth
  • Part (c): Define money market as wholesale market for short-term funds (up to 1 year) with instruments like treasury bills, commercial paper, call money
  • Part (c): Explain features of developed money market: presence of central bank, commercial banks, acceptance houses, discount houses, well-organized bill market, integrated sub-markets, adequate instruments, and efficient clearing mechanism
Q7
50M calculate Financial management and corporate restructuring

(a) A company wishes to raise additional finance of ₹ 20 lakh for meeting its investment plans. It has ₹ 4,20,000 in the form of retained earnings available for investment purposes. Following are the additional details : (i) Debt/Equity mix — 30%/70% (ii) Cost of debt upto ₹ 3,60,000 is 10% before tax; Beyond ₹ 3,60,000 is 16% before tax; (iii) Earnings per share is ₹ 8 (iv) Dividend payout is 50% of earnings (v) Expected growth rate in dividend is 10% (vi) Current market price per share is ₹ 88 (vii) Tax rate is 50% You are required to determine the pattern for raising the additional finance, the post-tax average cost of additional debt, the cost of retained earnings and the cost of equity. Also compute the overall weighted average after-tax cost of additional finance. (20 marks) (b) From the following Summary Cash Account of Z Ltd., you are required to prepare Cash Flow Statement for the year ended March 31, 2022 in accordance with AS-3 using the Direct method. (15 marks) Summary Cash Account (for the year ended March 31, 2022) (₹ in '000) Balance on 01/04/2021 100 Payment to suppliers 4,000 Issue of Equity Shares 600 Purchase of fixed assets 400 Receipts from customers 5,600 Overhead expenses 400 Sale of fixed assets 200 Wages & Salaries 200 Taxation 500 Dividend 100 Repayment of bank loan 600 Balance on 31/03/2022 300 6,500 6,500 Note : The company does not have any cash equivalence. (c) What is corporate restructuring ? Explain the techniques of corporate restructuring. (15 marks)

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(a) एक कम्पनी अपनी निवेश योजनाओं को पूरा करने के लिए ₹ 20 लाख का अतिरिक्त वित्त जुटाना चाहती है । इसके पास निवेश के उद्देश्य हेतु ₹ 4,20,000 प्रतिधारित आय के रूप में उपलब्ध है । अतिरिक्त विवरण निम्नलिखित हैं : (i) ऋण/इक्विटी मिश्रण — 30%/70% (ii) ऋण की लागत ₹ 3,60,000 तक — कर से पूर्व 10% है; ₹ 3,60,000 के बाद — कर से पूर्व 16% है; (iii) प्रति शेयर आय ₹ 8 है (iv) लाभांश भुगतान आय का 50% है (v) लाभांश में अपेक्षित वृद्धि दर 10% है (vi) प्रति शेयर चालू बाजार मूल्य ₹ 88 है (vii) कर की दर 50% है आपको अतिरिक्त वित्त जुटाने हेतु प्रतिरूप, अतिरिक्त ऋण की कर-पश्चात् औसत लागत, प्रतिधारित आय की लागत तथा समता पूँजी (इक्विटी) की लागत का निर्धारण करना है । अतिरिक्त वित्त की कर-पश्चात् समग्र भारांकित औसत लागत की गणना भी कीजिए । (20 अंक) (b) जेड लिमिटेड के निम्नलिखित संक्षिप्त नकद खाता से 31 मार्च, 2022 को समाप्त होने वाले वर्ष के लिए लेखांकन मानक-3 के अनुसार प्रत्यक्ष विधि से रोकड़ प्रवाह विवरण तैयार कीजिए । (15 अंक) संक्षिप्त नकद खाता (31 मार्च, 2022 को समाप्त होने वाले वर्ष के लिए) (₹ '000 में) 01/04/2021 को शेष 100 आपूर्तिकर्ताओं को भुगतान 4,000 इक्विटी शेयरों का निर्गमन 600 अचल परिसंपत्तियों की खरीद 400 ग्राहकों से प्राप्तियां 5,600 उपरिव्यय 400 अचल परिसंपत्तियों की बिक्री 200 मजदूरी एवं वेतन 200 कर 500 लाभांश 100 बैंक ऋण का पुनर्भुगतान 600 31/03/2022 को शेष 300 6,500 6,500 नोट: कंपनी के पास कोई नकद समतुल्यता नहीं है । (c) नैगमिक (कॉर्पोरेट) पुनर्गठन क्या होता है ? नैगमिक पुनर्गठन की तकनीकों को स्पष्ट कीजिए । (15 अंक)

Answer approach & key points

Begin with clear identification of the directive 'calculate' for part (a) and 'prepare' for part (b), while 'explain' governs part (c). Allocate approximately 40% time/words to part (a) given its 20 marks and computational complexity, 30% to part (b) for the AS-3 Cash Flow Statement preparation, and 30% to part (c) for conceptual explanation of corporate restructuring techniques. Structure with separate headings for each part, showing all workings for calculations, proper classification for cash flows, and systematic enumeration of restructuring methods.

  • Part (a): Correct determination of financing pattern (₹6,00,000 debt and ₹14,00,000 equity with ₹4,20,000 retained earnings and ₹9,80,000 new equity), post-tax average cost of debt calculation (5% and 8% weighted), cost of retained earnings using Gordon's model (14.95%), cost of new equity (15.45%), and WACC computation
  • Part (a): Proper application of D/P ratio (50%) to derive D1 = ₹4.40, and correct use of after-tax cost formulas: Kd = Interest(1-t) for debt, Kr = [D1/P0]+g for retained earnings, Ke = [D1/(P0-floatation cost)]+g for new equity
  • Part (b): Correct preparation of Cash Flow Statement (Direct Method) as per AS-3 with proper classification into Operating, Investing and Financing activities, showing net increase of ₹200 thousand reconciled with opening/closing balances
  • Part (b): Accurate treatment of items—operating activities (customer receipts, supplier payments, wages, overheads), investing activities (fixed asset purchase/sale), financing activities (equity issue, loan repayment, dividend)
  • Part (c): Clear definition of corporate restructuring as fundamental change in business/financial structure to enhance shareholder value, covering financial, organizational, and asset restructuring dimensions
  • Part (c): Comprehensive coverage of techniques: mergers/amalgamations, acquisitions/takeovers, demergers/spin-offs, slump sale, strategic alliances/JVs, buybacks, capital reduction, debt restructuring/SDR, and reverse mergers with brief illustrations
Q8
50M calculate Operating cycle, banking and M&M model

(a) From the following information as contained in the Trading and Profit & Loss Account and Balance Sheet of X Ltd., you are required to calculate the operating cycle period. (20 marks) Trading and Profit & Loss Account (for the year ended March 31, 2022) (₹ in lakh) To Opening Stock : Raw Materials 28 Work-in-Process 60 Finished Goods 40 To Purchases 480 To Wages 50 To Manufacturing Expenses 30 To Gross Profit 124 812 To Office & Administrative Expenses 32 To Selling & Distribution Expenses 16 To Net Profit 76 124 By Sales 640 By Closing Stock : Raw Materials 32 Work-in-Process 80 Finished Goods 60 812 By Gross Profit 124 124 Balance Sheet (as on March 31, 2022) (₹ in lakh) Liabilities | ₹ | Assets | ₹ ---|---|---|--- Share Capital | 600 | Land & Buildings | 300 Loans | 320 | Plant & Machinery | 480 Profit & Loss Account | 76 | Stocks : | Creditors | 84 | Raw Materials | 32 | | Work-in-Process | 80 | | Finished Goods | 60 | | Debtors | 104 | | Cash | 24 | 1080 | | 1080 Additional Information : (i) Closing balance of debtors is ₹ 8 lakh more than the opening balance of debtors. (ii) Opening balance of creditors is ₹ 24 lakh. (iii) Purchases and sales are made on credit basis only. (b) Discuss the role of commercial banks in the economic development of a country. (15 marks) (c) Explain the Arbitrage process as per the M&M Model. (15 marks)

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(a) एक्स लिमिटेड के व्यापारिक व लाभ-हानि खाता एवं तुलन-पत्र में प्रदत निम्नलिखित सूचनाओं से आपको परिचालन चक्र अवधि की गणना करनी है । (20 अंक) व्यापारिक व लाभ-हानि खाता (31 मार्च, 2022 को समाप्त होने वाले वर्ष के लिए) (₹ लाख में) | | ₹ | | ₹ | |---|---|---|---| | आरंभिक स्टॉक : | | बिक्री | 640 | | कच्चा माल | 28 | अंतिम स्टॉक : | | | निर्माणाधीन कार्य | 60 | कच्चा माल | 32 | | तैयार माल | 40 | निर्माणाधीन कार्य | 80 | | क्रय | 480 | तैयार माल | 60 | | मजदूरी | 50 | | | | निर्माण व्यय | 30 | | | | सकल लाभ | 124 | | | | | 812 | | 812 | | कार्यालय एवं प्रशासनिक व्यय | 32 | सकल लाभ | 124 | | बिक्री एवं वितरण व्यय | 16 | | | | शुद्ध लाभ | 76 | | | | | 124 | | 124 | तुलन-पत्र (31 मार्च, 2022 को) (₹ लाख में) | दायित्व | ₹ | परिसंपत्तियाँ | ₹ | |---|---|---|---| | शेयर पूंजी | 600 | भूमि एवं भवन | 300 | | ऋण | 320 | संयंत्र एवं मशीनरी | 480 | | लाभ एवं हानि खाता | 76 | स्टॉक : | | | लेनदार | 84 | कच्चा माल | 32 | | | | निर्माणाधीन कार्य | 80 | | | | तैयार माल | 60 | | | | देनदार | 104 | | | | नकदी | 24 | | | 1080 | | 1080 | अतिरिक्त सूचनाएं : (i) देनदारों का अंतिम शेष देनदारों के प्रारंभिक शेष से ₹ 8 लाख अधिक है । (ii) लेनदारों का प्रारंभिक शेष ₹ 24 लाख है । (iii) क्रय और विक्रय केवल उधार के आधार पर किए जाते हैं । (b) एक देश के आर्थिक विकास में वाणिज्यिक बैंकों की भूमिका की विवेचना कीजिए । (15 अंक) (c) मोदिग्लियानी एवं मिलर मॉडल (एम एंड एम मॉडल) के अनुसार अंतर-पणन प्रक्रिया को स्पष्ट कीजिए । (15 अंक)

Answer approach & key points

Begin with the directive 'calculate' for part (a), requiring precise computation of operating cycle components using the given financial data. Allocate approximately 40% time/words to part (a) given its 20 marks weightage, covering raw material storage period, WIP conversion period, finished goods storage period, and debtors collection period with clear formula application. Devote ~30% each to part (b) on commercial banks' developmental role (directive: discuss) and part (c) on M&M arbitrage (directive: explain), ensuring theoretical depth with Indian banking examples and rigorous arbitrage mechanics. Structure as: working calculations with assumptions clearly stated → thematic discussion of banking functions → step-by-step arbitrage process with numerical illustration if possible.

  • Part (a): Correct calculation of operating cycle period using Raw Material Storage Period [(Opening RM + Closing RM)/2 ÷ RM Consumed × 365], WIP Conversion Period [(Opening WIP + Closing WIP)/2 ÷ Cost of Production × 365], Finished Goods Storage Period [(Opening FG + Closing FG)/2 ÷ Cost of Goods Sold × 365], and Debtors Collection Period [Average Debtors ÷ Credit Sales × 365], with proper derivation of opening debtors (₹96 lakh) and creditors payment period
  • Part (a): Accurate computation of RM consumed (₹476 lakh), Cost of Production (₹556 lakh), Cost of Goods Sold (₹536 lakh), and Average Debtors (₹100 lakh) leading to final operating cycle days
  • Part (b): Discussion of commercial banks' role in economic development through capital formation, priority sector lending (PSL norms), agricultural credit (KCC), MSME financing, infrastructure financing (IIFCL synergy), financial inclusion (PMJDY), and digital payment ecosystem (UPI)
  • Part (b): Critical analysis of challenges: NPA stress, credit-deposit ratio regional disparities, and RBI's developmental vs. profitability tension
  • Part (c): Explanation of M&M Proposition I (irrelevance theorem) and the arbitrage process mechanism where investors create homemade leverage to exploit disequilibrium between levered and unlevered firms
  • Part (c): Step-by-step arbitrage: investor sells shares in overvalued levered firm, borrows personally to replicate corporate leverage, and buys shares in undervalued unlevered firm, with numerical demonstration of risk-free profit

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