alleryStart learning →Who is punishable under Section 127 for non-payment?
AOnly the statutory auditor
BDirectors knowingly party to it
COnly the company secretary
DOnly the largest shareholder
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Directors knowingly party to it
The punishment falls on every director who is knowingly a party to the default.
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