CA Inter P2 · Chapter 2 · Question 8 of 11
Bright Ltd wants to shift its registered office from Pune (Maharashtra) to Bengaluru (Karnataka). Under section 13, in addition to a special resolution, the alteration of its memorandum requires the approval of:
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Reveal answer & explanation
Correct answer: C) The Central Government
Explanation
Under section 13(4), an alteration of the memorandum to shift the registered office from one State to another needs a special resolution and the approval of the Central Government. That power has been delegated to the Regional Director. A shift within the same State but outside the jurisdiction of the existing Registrar is dealt with under section 12.
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