Target Exam

CUET

Subject

-- Accountancy Part A

Chapter

Accounting for Partnership

Question:

If the partnership deed is silent on interest on capital, then:

Options:

No interest on capital is payable

Interest on capital is only paid to partner contributing more capital

Interest on capital paid equally to all partners

Interest on capital is paid @6% p.a.

Correct Answer:

No interest on capital is payable

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (1) → No interest on capital is payable

According to the rules stipulated in the Partnership Act (e.g., Indian Partnership Act, 1932) regarding matters where the partnership deed is silent, no interest on capital is to be allowed to any partner.

The key rules are:

  • Interest on Capital: Not allowed.

  • Interest on Drawings: Not charged.

  • Profit/Loss Sharing: Must be shared equally.

  • Interest on Loan to Firm: Allowed at 6% p.a.