Target Exam

CUET

Subject

-- Accountancy Part A

Chapter

Dissolution of Partnership Firm

Question:

The Court may order a partnership firm to be dissolved in which of the following case?

Options:

When the business of the firm becomes illegal

On the death of a partner

When a partner becomes insane

On the expiry of the term of the partnership

Correct Answer:

When a partner becomes insane

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (3) → When a partner becomes insane

"5. Dissolution by Court: At the suit of a partner, the court may order a partnership firm to be dissolved on any of the following grounds:

(a) when a partner becomes insane;

(b) when a partner becomes permanently incapable of performing his duties as a partner;

(c) when a partner is guilty of misconduct which is likely to adversely affect the business of the firm;

(d) when a partner persistently commits breach of partnership agreement;

(e) when a partner has transferred the whole of his interest in the firm to a third party;

(f) when the business of the firm cannot be carried on except at a loss; or

(g) when, on any ground, the court regards dissolution to be just and equitable.""