No Section 127 offence arises if dividend could not be paid due to
Aa director's absence
Ba shortage of funds
Cthe operation of any law
Da bank holiday delay
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. the operation of any law
Inability to pay because of the operation of some law is a listed exception to the offence.
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