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To whom does a company auditor make the report on the financial statements required by section 143(2) of the Companies Act, 2013?

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To whom does a company auditor make the report on the financial statements required by section 143(2) of the Companies Act, 2013?

  1. The board of directors

  2. The audit committee

  3. The Registrar of Companies

  4. The members

Answer and explanation

Correct answer: D - The members

Section 143(2) of the Companies Act, 2013 requires the auditor to make a report to the members of the company on the accounts examined and on every financial statement laid before the company in general meeting. The board receives and attaches the report, and the company files it with the Registrar, but the report is addressed to the members.

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