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A person who is not a member of a company wants to see its memorandum and articles filed with the Registrar. What does section 399 of the Companies Act, 2013 allow?

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A person who is not a member of a company wants to see its memorandum and articles filed with the Registrar. What does section 399 of the Companies Act, 2013 allow?

  1. He may inspect them electronically on paying the prescribed fee

  2. He may inspect them after obtaining an order of the Tribunal

  3. He may inspect them if he holds debentures of the company

  4. He may inspect them after obtaining the consent of the Board

Answer and explanation

Correct answer: A - He may inspect them electronically on paying the prescribed fee

Section 399(1) of the Companies Act, 2013 lets any person inspect by electronic means the documents kept by the Registrar and obtain copies, on payment of the prescribed fees. No Board consent, Tribunal order or holding of securities is required, because filed documents are public records.

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