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Which form of compensation does section 149(9) of the Companies Act, 2013 prohibit for an independent director?

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Which form of compensation does section 149(9) of the Companies Act, 2013 prohibit for an independent director?

  1. Commission on profit

  2. Sitting fee

  3. Reimbursement of expenses

  4. Stock option

Answer and explanation

Correct answer: D - Stock option

Section 149(9) of the Companies Act, 2013 provides that an independent director is not entitled to any stock option. The director may receive sitting fees under section 197(5), reimbursement of expenses for meetings, and profit-related commission approved by the members.

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