Target Exam

CUET

Subject

-- Accountancy Part A

Chapter

Accounting for Shares

Question:

At the time of forfeiture, share capital account is:

Options:

Debited with face value

Credited with face value

Debited with called up value

Credited with called up value

Correct Answer:

Debited with called up value

Explanation:

The correct answer is option 3- Debited with called up value.

When journal entry for forfeiture of shares is done, 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)