NISM Series II-A (RTA Corporate) Practice Questions - NISM-Series-II-A Registrars to an Issue and Share Transfer Agents (Corporate) Certification Examination Exam - NISM Series II-A (RTA Corporate) Practice Questions - NISM-Series-II-A Registrars to an Issue and Share Transfer Agents (Corporate) Certification Examination Exam

Question 1

What is the primary difference between an equity investor and a debt investor in a corporate entity?

Equity investors have a prior charge on the company's assets during liquidation, whereas debt investors have a residual claim. Debt investors are creditors who receive fixed interest, while equity investors are owners who share in the profits and losses. Equity investors receive regular interest payments, while debt investors receive discretionary dividends based on board approvals. Debt investors possess voting rights at general meetings, while equity investors do not have any voting rights.

Correct Answer:

Debt investors are creditors who receive fixed interest, while equity investors are owners who share in the profits and losses.

Question 2

Which of the following best describes the economic role of the primary market in India?

It facilitates the allocation of new capital from savers to corporate issuers for productive investments. It provides a platform for investors to trade existing securities among themselves to get liquidity. It regulates the interest rates of corporate debt and banking deposits. It guarantees a fixed rate of return on equity capital to protect retail savers.

Correct Answer:

It facilitates the allocation of new capital from savers to corporate issuers for productive investments.

Question 3

Under the Securities Contracts (Regulation) Act, 1956 (SCRA), which of the following is NOT classified under the definition of 'securities'?

Shares, scrips, stocks, bonds, debentures, or other marketable securities of a like nature Government securities and rights or interest in securities A standard promissory note or bill of exchange issued by a partnership firm Units or any other instrument issued by any collective investment scheme to the investors

Correct Answer:

A standard promissory note or bill of exchange issued by a partnership firm

Question 4

Which of the following is a fundamental right of an equity shareholder under the Companies Act, 2013?

The right to receive a guaranteed annual dividend from the company. The right to daily management of the company's business operations. The right to demand refund of share capital at any time from the company's board. The right to vote on resolutions at the company's general meetings.

Correct Answer:

The right to vote on resolutions at the company's general meetings.

Question 5

An equity dividend declared at the Annual General Meeting (AGM) must be paid to the eligible shareholders within how many days of its declaration?

15 days 30 days 45 days 60 days

Correct Answer:

30 days

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