Target Exam

CUET

Subject

-- Accountancy Part A

Chapter

Issue and Redemption of Debentures

Question:

What is the primary distinguishing feature of unsecured debentures?

Options:

They always have a fixed charge on assets

They do not have any specific charge on assets

They involve a fixed charge on specific assets

They involve a fixed charge on depreciable assets

Correct Answer:

They do not have any specific charge on assets

Explanation:

The correct answer is option 2- They do not have any specific charge on assets.

Unsecured debentures do not have any charge on assets.

Unsecured debentures do not have a specific charge on the assets of the company. However, a floating charge may be created on these debentures by default. Normally, these kinds of debentures are not issued.