When journal entry for forfeiture of shares is recorded in the Company's Accounts books, the Share Capital Account:
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is option 3- Will be debited by the called up value of the shares forfeited.
When journal entry for forfeiture of shares is recorded in the Company's Accounts books, the Share Capital Account will be debited by the called up value of the shares forfeited.
Forfeiture of Shares issued at Par:
Share Capital A/c..........(Called up amount) Dr.
To Share Forfeiture A/c...........(Paid up amount)
To Share Allotment A/c (Amount not received)
To Calls in arrears A/c (Amount not received)
(shares forfeited for non-payment of allotment money and calls made)