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Issue and Redemption of Debentures

Madhya Pradesh Board · Class 12 · Accountancy

Summary of Issue and Redemption of Debentures for Madhya Pradesh Board Class 12 Accountancy. Key concepts, important points, and chapter overview.

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Overview

Debentures are written instruments acknowledging debt and represent borrowed capital. They are used by companies to raise long-term funds when share capital is not enough. Debentures may be issued through private placement or public offer, and they can be issued at par, at a discount, or at a premiu

Key Concepts

A debenture is a written instrument

A debenture is a written instrument acknowledging a debt under the common seal of the company. It represents borrowed capital and carries a fixed rate

A bond is also an instrument

A bond is also an instrument acknowledging debt. It is traditionally issued by government bodies, but it may also be issued by semi-government and non

A share represents ownership of

A share represents ownership of the company, while a debenture is only an acknowledgement of debt. Shareholders receive dividend, which is an appropri

Debentures are classified as secured

Debentures are classified as secured or unsecured, redeemable or irredeemable, convertible or non-convertible, specific coupon rate or zero coupon rat

Debentures are issued at par when

Debentures are issued at par when issue price equals face value, at discount when issue price is below face value, and at premium when issue price is

Learning Objectives

  • State the meaning of debenture and distinguish it from share capital.
  • Classify debentures on the basis of security, tenure, convertibility, coupon rate, and registration.
  • Record journal entries for issue of debentures at par, at discount, and at premium.
  • Account for debentures issued for consideration other than cash.
  • Explain debentures issued as collateral security and their accounting treatment.

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